Economic officials from the Trump administration are warning the European Union to prepare for potential tariff hikes on European products under the new U.S. president. Kellyanne Shaw, a former deputy assistant to Trump, highlights that trade imbalances, particularly regarding tariffs on cars and agricultural products, are driving this strategy. The U.S. faces a significant trade deficit with the EU, projected to reach $230 billion in 2024. Shaw and other advisors suggest that Trump’s approach may involve bypassing EU bureaucracy for direct negotiations with European capitals, emphasizing swift action on trade policies.