Trump threatens Europe with 100% tariffs, nominates new ICE director amid political jabs

President Donald Trump recently announced his choice for the new director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and reiterated a threat of 100% tariffs against European nations implementing digital services taxes. On Saturday, June 27, 2026, Trump nominated Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper and U.S. Marine, to lead ICE. Trump lauded Schroyer's extensive law enforcement background and experience in addressing illegal immigration.

This nomination comes after the previous ICE director's resignation and as the agency has been without a Senate-confirmed head since 2017. Concurrently, on Friday, June 26, 2026, President Trump issued a strong warning via Truth Social, stating that any European country imposing a digital services tax on American companies would face an immediate 100% tariff on all goods exported to the U.S. This threat comes amidst ongoing trade discussions and ahead of a July 4 deadline for a separate U.S.-EU trade agreement, which notably excludes provisions for digital taxes.