In the past two days, the dynamics of U.S. President Donald Trump have once again become the focus of global attention. From wielding the tariff stick against the European Union to promoting the Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT) to initiate a Bitcoin national bond transaction worth up to $2.5 billion, Trump continues to stir waves in the global economy and cryptocurrency sector with his characteristic high-profile style.
Tariff War Reignited: A "Stalling Tactic" for 50% Tariffs on the EU
On May 27, Trump issued a statement via the social platform Truth Social, expressing his "great satisfaction" with the plan to impose a 50% import tariff on the EU, revealing that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen had urgently requested a delay in the tariff implementation and called for a meeting date to be set for trade negotiations. Trump described this move as a "positive signal" and emphasized that if the EU could not reach a "fair agreement," the U.S. would unilaterally "set trade conditions."
Subsequently, Trump announced the postponement of the originally scheduled 50% tariff set to take effect on June 1 to July 9, in response to the EU's request. This decision quickly triggered market reactions, with U.S. stocks rebounding strongly on May 27, the Nasdaq futures rising by 1.5% during the session, the S&P 500 futures increasing by 1.2%, and the dollar index falling below 99, hitting a one-month low. The euro and Asian currencies also rebounded due to the easing of market tensions.
Trump's tariff policy is not new. Since taking office in early 2025, he has repeatedly imposed high tariffs on countries like China, Canada, and Mexico under the guise of "reciprocal tariffs," attempting to force trade partners to compromise by raising the cost of imported goods and reshape global trade rules. The current tariff threat against the EU appears to be a response to the EU's high tariffs on U.S. goods, but it is essentially a continuation of Trump's "America First" strategy. He clearly stated that the EU has been "dragging its feet" in negotiations, and if it does not open its market, the U.S. will not hesitate to take tougher measures.
However, the market's reaction to Trump's tariff policy is complex. On one hand, the delay in tariff implementation alleviates short-term trade war pressures and boosts global market confidence; on the other hand, analysts point out that Trump's unpredictability increases policy uncertainty, which may undermine corporate investment confidence. The EU has quickly responded, planning to impose retaliatory tariffs on $28 billion worth of U.S. goods such as meat, grains, and wine, indicating that the standoff is far from over.
The Astonishing Leap of Bitcoin National Bonds: A $2.5 Billion Crypto Ambition
Meanwhile, the Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT) announced on May 27 the initiation of a Bitcoin national bond transaction worth up to $2.5 billion, a news that quickly ignited the cryptocurrency circle. According to Bloomberg, this transaction is managed by DJT's subsidiary CIC Digital LLC, aiming to inject new momentum into Trump's cryptocurrency strategy by issuing national bond products linked to Bitcoin.
In early 2025, he established a digital asset working group through an executive order to explore cryptocurrency regulatory reforms and nominated Paul Atkins, a supporter of Bitcoin, as SEC chairman, replacing Gary Gensler, who has a tough stance on the crypto industry.
This Bitcoin national bond transaction is seen as an important step in Trump's push for a "National Strategic Bitcoin Reserve" plan. DJT's announcement indicates that the transaction will raise funds through the issuance of "meme tokens" such as $Trump (Trump Coin), with 80% of the tokens held by CIC Digital LLC and its affiliated company Fight Fight Fight LLC.
However, this transaction has also sparked controversy. Cryptocurrency venture capitalist Nick Tomaino publicly criticized Trump's launch of a personal token on the eve of his inauguration as "predatory," arguing that he is using market speculation to inflate the token's value, which could lead to retail investors suffering losses when prices collapse. Additionally, DJT's Bitcoin national bond plan has been questioned by some experts as "political theater," as the decentralized nature of blockchain makes it nearly impossible to fully control the Bitcoin market or fulfill the promise of "American-made" Bitcoin.
Trump's Calculations: A Dual Game of Economic and Political Cards
Trump's two major moves—the "tightening and loosening game" on tariffs against the EU and the aggressive push for Bitcoin national bonds—are not isolated events but are organic components of his "America First" strategy.
The political leverage of tariff strategy: Trump's tariff policy is not only an economic tool but also a diplomatic bargaining chip. By loudly announcing the 50% tariff and then strategically postponing it, Trump demonstrates a tough stance against "trade unfairness" to domestic voters while providing the EU with a negotiation window, attempting to force concessions in key areas such as automobiles and steel. However, this "maximum pressure" strategy also carries risks. U.S. companies are highly dependent on global supply chains, and raising tariffs could lead to soaring production costs, which may be passed on to consumers. For example, if a Ford model were entirely produced in the U.S., the cost per vehicle could rise by 30%.
The economic ambition of cryptocurrency: In the crypto space, Trump aims to capitalize on the cryptocurrency market's momentum through DJT's Bitcoin national bond transaction while seeking to fill the fiscal gap through financial innovation. By 2025, the U.S. faces a high fiscal deficit, and Trump's tax cuts have further exacerbated fiscal pressure. Bitcoin national bonds are seen as a potential "non-traditional financing" method that could provide the government with new funding sources while solidifying support among voters in the crypto industry.
Conclusion: Trump's "Dual-Line Warfare"
In the past two days, Trump has once again showcased his adeptness on the economic and political stage through dual operations involving tariffs and cryptocurrency. The tariff threat against the EU serves as a "hard punch" in his effort to reshape global trade rules, while the Bitcoin national bond transaction represents a "soft power" to attract emerging voters and capital. However, the long-term effects of these two policies remain to be seen. The tariff war may exacerbate global economic uncertainty, while the high-risk nature of Bitcoin national bonds could also trigger market turmoil.
Every step Trump takes feels like walking a tightrope, needing to fulfill campaign promises while balancing domestic and international pressures. In the complex chess game of global economics and geopolitics, his actions will undoubtedly continue to stir the nerves of the market and public opinion.
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