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Trump Slams EU's Google Fine, Threatens Tariffs

9/9/2025

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  • President Trump criticized the EU's €2.95 billion fine on Google, calling it "very unfair" and threatening tariffs.
  • He argued the fine negatively impacts American investments and jobs, alleging discrimination against U.S. tech firms.
  • The European Commission accused Google of abusing market power by favoring its own services.
  • Google plans to appeal, claiming the ruling imposes unjustified changes that could harm European businesses.
  • This fine is the fourth major antitrust penalty against Google, heightening tensions between the EU and U.S.