Bernd Lange & Ursula von der Leyen

Bernd Lange: Bernd Lange, chair of the European Parliament's international trade committee, criticized Donald Trump's actions as unacceptable and unreliable, advocating for a firm response from the European Union.

Ursula von der Leyen: Ursula von der Leyen, as president of the International — European Commission, previously agreed to a trade framework with Donald Trump. She is now facing the challenge of renewed trade tensions due to the tariff hike.

Bernd Lange: Bernd Lange, chair of the European Union — European Parliament's trade committee, noted progress in finalizing the trade deal but acknowledged ongoing divisions.

Ursula von der Leyen: Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, is actively engaged in discussions with Donald Trump and is working towards the European Union's ratification of the trade deal.

Bernd Lange: Bernd Lange, Chair of the European Parliament trade committee, called Donald Trump's tariff hike on European Union automobiles 'unacceptable,' highlighting the ongoing trade tensions.

Ursula von der Leyen: Ursula von der Leyen, as European Commission President, had agreed to a trade deal with Donald Trump, which is now being challenged by Trump's proposed tariffs.