President Donald Trump has threatened a 200% tariff on European wine, champagne, and spirits in retaliation to the European Union’s planned tariff on American whiskey. The EU’s tariff, a response to U.S. steel and aluminum tariffs, was set to take effect on April 1. Trump, in a social media post, warned of further escalation in the trade war if the EU proceeds with the 50% tariff on American whiskey. He stated that unless the EU removes their tariff, the U.S. will impose a steep tariff on alcoholic products from France and other EU countries. Trump emphasized that this move would benefit the wine and champagne businesses in the U.S. The president had previously indicated his intention to take such action, affirming during an Oval Office exchange with reporters that he would respond accordingly. This development highlights the ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and the EU, with both sides using tariffs as a tool in their economic negotiations.