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U.S. Investigation Threatens EU Trade Deal Amid Tariff Limits

3/13/2026

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The United States opened an investigation into excess capacity and production in several countries, including the European Union (EU), potentially complicating the EU-U.S. trade deal.
The probe follows a Supreme Court ruling that limits U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff powers.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer urged fair trade and cited EU delays in Turnberry Deal commitments, including a 15% tariff ceiling, as the EU prepares for a parliamentary vote.

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The United States opened an investigation into excess capacity and production in several countries, including the European Union (EU), potentially complicating the EU-U.S. trade deal.
The probe follows a Supreme Court ruling that limits U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff powers.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer urged fair trade and cited EU delays in Turnberry Deal commitments, including a 15% tariff ceiling, as the EU prepares for a parliamentary vote.