U.S. threatens trade retaliation over EU's fine on Elon Musk’s X, citing unfair treatment of American tech firms.

The U.S. has threatened retaliatory trade measures against European service providers following the EU’s fine on Elon Musk’s X, accusing the bloc of targeting American tech firms with discriminatory laws and penalties. The USTR cited the EU’s digital regulations and recent fines as unfair, noting that European companies operate freely in the U.S., and warned it may impose fees or restrictions on European firms if the trend continues. The dispute reflects ongoing tensions over digital taxation and regulation, with the U.S. pushing for fair treatment of its tech industry.