Economic Policy

US-EU Trade Deal Masks Risks to American Sovereignty and Economic Freedom

By Economics Desk | August 21, 2025

The new US-EU trade framework may appear to strengthen ties, but beneath the surface, it threatens America’s sovereignty and burdens our economy with questionable commitments.

The recent joint statement between the United States and the European Union, hailed as a milestone in transatlantic relations, demands a closer inspection through the lens of America First principles. While officials tout a "Framework Agreement" that promises to solidify trade commitments and energize reindustrialization efforts, the reality is more complex—and potentially troubling for American workers and economic security. Is This Really a Win for American Workers? The deal sets a 15% U.S. tariff rate on most European goods—a significant fallback from President Trump’s threatened 30% tariff but hardly a free-market triumph. Simultaneously, the EU agrees to eliminate tariffs on...

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