As the US and EU clash over President Trump’s threat of 50% tariffs, the real casualties may be the millions of workers and families whose livelihoods depend on transatlantic trade. Trump’s accusations against the EU and the looming tariffs have sparked fears of job losses and higher prices, especially in sectors like manufacturing, autos, and agriculture that are deeply intertwined across both economies.
European officials, led by Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič, are rallying to protect their industries and communities, warning that the stakes extend far beyond boardrooms. Economists caution that the uncertainty alone could stifle investment and slow job growth, while retaliatory measures threaten to deepen the pain for working families on both sides of the Atlantic.