Xin Hua Wang·2025-04-24 09:12Group 1: Legal Actions Against Tariff Policies - Twelve states in the U.S. have filed a lawsuit against the federal government, claiming that the tariff policies implemented by the Trump administration are illegal and not a legitimate exercise of power [2][4] - The lawsuit argues that the authority to set tariffs is exclusive to Congress, and the President can only invoke emergency powers in the face of "extraordinary and unusual threats" from abroad [2] - New York Attorney General Letitia James stated that the illegal tariff policies could lead to severe inflation, unemployment, and economic losses if not halted [2] Group 2: EU Fines on Tech Giants - The European Commission has imposed fines of €500 million on Apple and €200 million on a metaverse platform company for violations of the Digital Markets Act [5] - Apple was found to restrict app developers from directing users to third-party channels, depriving users of access to alternative services [6] - The metaverse platform's "consent or pay" model, requiring users to either agree to data integration for personalized ads or pay a monthly fee for an ad-free version, was deemed non-compliant with legal requirements [6] Group 3: International Reactions and Implications - The U.S. government has labeled the EU's penalties as "new economic extortion," indicating a potential escalation in tensions between the U.S. and the EU [8] - The EU has warned that if negotiations with the U.S. regarding tariffs do not yield results, it may impose taxes on large American tech companies [8]