President Donald Trump is currently at Turnberry, Scotland, enjoying the start of his holiday. The weather is breezy with occasional drizzle, potentially affecting his golf plans. Despite this, he is scheduled to meet with EU chief Ursula Von Der Leyen and Keir Starmer in the coming days.
Trump arrived in Scotland late last night via Air Force One at Prestwick Airport and was escorted to the resort in a grand motorcade led by the famous Beast limousine. Today, he was seen driving a motorcade of golf carts around the course.
Local reactions to Trump’s visit have been mixed, with some appreciating his potential economic impact on the area while others remain indifferent. The Turnberry golf course’s financial performance notably improved last year after Trump’s involvement.
Security measures around Trump’s visit are extensive, with a large presence of police and military personnel. Reports suggest around 5,000 police officers are assigned to Turnberry, surpassing the security typically seen around the White House.
Anti-Trump protests are concurrently taking place in Edinburgh and Aberdeen to mark his visit. In his statements, Trump touched on various topics, including his stance on wind energy in Europe.
Regarding trade discussions with the UK, Trump indicated there are currently no unresolved issues, disappointing expectations for potential tariff adjustments. Despite this, trade talks will be part of his agenda during meetings on Monday.
Additionally, Trump’s son, Eric, is accompanying him on the trip to Turnberry, with insiders suggesting Eric has a significant role in managing the resort. The Mirror has launched a US Politics WhatsApp community to provide real-time updates on Trump’s activities and more.
Lastly, Trump’s comments on renewable energy sources and trade relationships have sparked discussions and reactions among the public and officials.
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