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Trump’s Trade War Talk Sparks Backlash in French Streets
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s latest threat to slap 10-20% tariffs on EU goods has Gen-Z in Lyon raising eyebrows – and voices. CGTN spoke to young residents in France’s gastronomic capital, where skepticism about America’s ‘economic chess game’ runs deep.
‘Provocative, Not Productive’
‘Trump’s statements feel like clickbait IRL,’ said 24-year-old business student Éloïse Martin, comparing the rhetoric to TikTok drama. Many interviewees called the proposals ‘consistently provocative,’ urging voters to ‘read between the tweets’ for political motives.
Wallet Woes Ahead?
Whether it’s French wine or luxury goods, locals warn consumers – not politicians – will ultimately foot the bill. ‘Trade wars are messy breakups,’ joked 28-year-old barista Lucas Bernard. ‘We’ll all be paying for the popcorn.’
French Youth React to Trump’s Tariff Threats: ‘Consumers Will Pay’ 
CGTN spoke to young residents in France’s gastronomic capital, where skepticism about America’s ‘economic chess game’ runs deep.
or luxury goods, locals warn consumers – not politicians – will ultimately foot the bill. ‘Trade wars are messy breakups,’ joked 28-year-old barista Lucas Bernard. ‘We’ll all be paying for the popcorn.’ 
