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California governor tells Europe to stand up to Trump over tariff threats and ‘have a backbone’
- On Jan. 20, 2026, Newsom told European leaders to 'develop a backbone' against Trump at Davos, urging them to stand tall and firm.
- Trump threatened tariffs on the UK and seven other European countries over Greenland, prompting the EU to consider a trade bazooka and boost Arctic security.
- Using blunt metaphors, Newsom likened Trump to a T‑Rex and warned Europe it could be devoured if passive; he called leaders' conduct pathetic and joked about needing knee pads.
- While von der Leyen signalled a united response, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned a diplomatic spiral would embolden adversaries, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday he would not retaliate with tariffs.
- With Mr Trump due to speak on Wednesday, Gavin Newsom warned Europe is paying the price for earlier inaction and said the dispute could reshape NATO ties and cooperation.
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California's Governor Gavin Newsom sees Europe as "a pathetic approach to dealing with Trump and calls for a clear line with the US President. "If the Europeans continue along the way, they could be eaten up.
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California's Democratic Governor, Gavin Newsom, urged on Tuesday in Davos (Switzerland) Europeans to "assert" on the subject of Greenland in front of US President Donald Trump, until the "...
·Paris, France
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US Democrat Governor Gavin Newsom urged Europeans to change their attitude towards President Donald Trump, whom he called "miss", in the press statements made in March...
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