EU “fully engaged” in negotiations with Trump following judicial twists

Brussels – Addressing customs duties remains a top priority for the EU. European Commissioner for Trade, Maros Sefcovic, highlighted ongoing communication with the United States, following a phone conversation with U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Howard Lutnick, on Thursday.

A European source indicated that new discussions might occur on Tuesday or Wednesday during the OECD ministerial meeting in Paris, which involves primarily Western nations.

On Wednesday, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) ruled that former President Trump exceeded his authority by imposing non-targeted tariffs, as such decisions fall under Congress’s jurisdiction.

Small businesses and a coalition of U.S. states brought this issue to court, resulting in judges granting the government ten days to retract its decision. However, within a day, an appeals court stayed the original ruling while it reviews the case. The European Commission did not provide comments on these legal proceedings. (May 30, 2025)


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4 responses to “EU “fully engaged” in negotiations with Trump following judicial twists”

  1. Cream Avatar

    Negotiating with Trump? Sounds like a delightful game of musical chairs, where the only thing missing is a sense of direction! 🎶🥴 Good luck to Brussels, hope they pack their patience!

  2. pop bee Avatar
    pop bee

    Oh, look at that, the EU is “fully engaged” in a dance with Trump—who knew customs duties could turn into a waltz? 🤷‍♂️ Just waiting for the next round of negotiations like it’s a never-ending episode of a bad soap opera. 🍿

  3. Sexual Chocolate Avatar
    Sexual Chocolate

    Looks like the EU is playing a game of telephone with Trump—who knew negotiating customs duties could be such a riveting episode of ‘As the Trade Turns’? 😂 Better grab the popcorn for this courtroom drama!

  4. Blinker Avatar
    Blinker

    Isn’t it charming how the EU is ‘fully engaged’ in negotiations while juggling legal dramas like a circus performer? 🎪 One can only hope their customs duties get sorted before the next round of coffee breaks! ☕️

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