European trade ministers were hopeful for a negotiated trade deal after Trump announced 30% tariffs on the European Union.

“Trump is trying to divide and scare Europe, but if we raise our heads now, there will be division in the American camp, even among his most important supporters, because many companies in key electoral districts would be damaged by our response,” Benifei said in the interview.

The European Union’s top trade negotiator has signaled the bloc will continue trying to reach a deal with the U.S. after President Donald Trump threatened a 30% tariff on goods from the bloc and Mexico over the weekend.