Never has there been more scrambling than in the statements made by the EU over the ludicrous decision on Google. Today, Margrethe Vestager is saying the decision is in no way related to the fact that Google is a U.S company. She would have a difficult time showing that Apple and Google, her two main targets, were not chosen because they were made in the USA. This is a trade issue for the US and trade is the main ingredient of the new President's strategy for America First. The White House needs to show some initiative here.
Tripling the fine after it was decided was an obvious slam at the US. Maybe she thinks she can get away with this kind of thing because the EU is right about Google. Nobody believes that, even her. This was a trumped up charge to begin with, said to be pushed by Microsoft, which has avoided any such claim itself. That alone should be reason for questioning the decision. Microsoft's two main rivals are the targets. What a coincidence.
Maybe Google should think about rehoming some of its servers to Great Britain where it would get a better reception under Brexit. They tried that with China when that came off the rails, but China wouldnb't give up until Google left the field altogether. The EU doesn't have that kind of power.
This is a clear interference with commerce, and an intrusion into US business. It cannot be allowed to stand. Reciprocity should prevail.
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