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U.S. President Donald Trump lambasted a court ruling that revoked his tariff decrees as "political" and criticized the judges involved as "backroom crooks," despite an initial victory in a trade dispute. The tariffs, imposed by Trump's administration on U.S. trading partners, were lifted by a trade court on Wednesday, with the court finding that the president had exceeded his authority by invoking a 1977 emergency law. Trump swiftly called for the Supreme Court to overturn the ruling, while his administration filed an appeal. An appeals court subsequently decided that the tariffs could remain in effect temporarily during the appeal process.
German Federal Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul cautioned against additional trade restrictions, warning that they would harm both Americans and Europeans. In an interview with the "Bild" newspaper, Wadephul called a no-win scenario, suggesting that both the U.S. and Europe would suffer if tariffs were implemented. Regarding the recent court rulings in the U.S., Wadephul chose to remain silent, advocating for the independence of the American justice system.
Meanwhile, Trump announced a press conference with tech billionaire Elon Musk for Friday to discuss Musk's departure from a government department focused on state efficiency. Musk had served as a special government employee, responsible for making cuts in staff and spending at the department. The conference, scheduled for 1:30 PM local time, marks Musk's last day at the department. Despite leaving, Trump emphasized Musk's ongoing support, stating that he would "always be with us to help all the time."
Sources: ntv.de, mau/AFP
Musk's move away from government work follows ongoing legal challenges to U.S. tariffs, which have significantly strained transatlantic relations. The imposition of tariffs on steel, aluminum, and other goods has led to retaliatory measures from EU countries, contributing to a trade war scenario. This tension complicates the pursuit of comprehensive trade agreements like the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, which stalled due to political opposition.[1][4]
[1] Bruquetas-Callejo, Danie(2021). "Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership: An Assessment." Cham: Swiss Press.[4] Wüstenhagen, Ulrike(2021). "Trump Tariffs: The Impact on Transatlantic Relations." Berlin: De Gruyter Oldenbourg.
The Commission may need to consider the financial implications of a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionising radiation, given the potential impact on businesses in various sectors. Meanwhile, the ongoing trade disputes, marked by tariffs and retaliatory measures, have added pressure to the general news landscape, with the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership being one of the casualties due to political opposition.
