President Donald J. Trump has stated that the purpose of the European Union (EU) is to “screw the United States,” announcing a decision has been made to enact a 25 percent tariff on automobiles and other products imported from the bloc. Speaking to reporters during the first meeting of his new Cabinet, the President said, “They don’t accept our cars, they don’t essentially accept our farm products; they use all sorts of reasons why not.”

Trump explained that he loves the countries of Europe, recognizing his own European ancestry, but that the U.S. has a deficit of around $300 billion with the EU. “It was formed to screw the United States; I mean, let’s be honest,” Trump said. “And they’ve done a good job of it. But now, I’m President.”

When asked about potential retaliation from the EU, Trump stated, “They can’t. I mean, they can try, but they can’t.”

President Trump also announced that tariffs against Canada and Mexico are set to be enacted on April 2— although they may be delayed again. The tariffs were previously delayed when both Canada and Mexico vowed to do more to tackle border issues, including the trafficking of the deadly drug fentanyl.

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NOW – Trump: “The European Union was formed in order to screw the United States. That is the purpose of it.” pic.twitter.com/u9IgXVcfUy

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