Trump Threatens Tariff Over UK's Tech Tax

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a potential major tariff retaliation against Britain if it continues imposing its technology tax on companies such as Apple, Alphabet's Google, and Meta. This statement was made during a White House event, escalating tensions between the two nations.

The United Kingdom implemented a 2% digital services tax in 2020, which has faced criticism from both Trump and his Democratic predecessor, Joe Biden. In retaliation, Trump emphasized the possibility of a significant tariff should the UK maintain the tax.

Trump's remarks arise ahead of King Charles's impending visit to the U.S., with hopes that the monarch might play a role in improving the currently strained relations between Washington and London.