Trump threatens tariffs against EU over Google antitrust fines
Business · 24 July 2026
Written by AI from multiple news reports
President Trump has threatened to put large tariffs on the European Union after it fined Google billions of euros. The EU said Google broke competition rules by favouring its own services in search results, including for flights and hotels. The fine was issued under the EU's Digital Markets Act, a law that limits the power of big tech companies. Trump called the fine unfair and said the EU would "pay a very big price." He also wants the fine to be cancelled. Apple, Meta, and Amazon have faced similar EU investigations. Google has 60 days to suggest a solution to the EU. If it does not, the EU could force the company to break up parts of its business.