Trump Eyes Tariffs to Counter Digital Taxes Big Tech Loathes

  • Major US trading partners, including France, impose DSTs
  • Move does not set timeline for when USTR would levy duties
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President Donald Trump signed a memorandum Friday to formally consider using tariffs to counter the digital services taxes some countries impose on US tech giants, a step that could expand a global battle aimed at addressing imbalances in trade.