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Why is Trump in Scotland?

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Trump is in Scotland for a mix of private leisure at his golf resorts and high-profile trade talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. His visit coincides with protests and the opening of a new golf course, as well as ongoing negotiations to avert a trade war between the US and EU.

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Protesters in Scotland take to the streets to decry Trump's visit

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  • Protesters in Aberdeen and Edinburgh voiced opposition to Trump's visit.
  • Demonstrators criticized Trump and expressed support for American democracy. 21s
  • Trump is in Scotland for the opening of a golf course and leisure activities. 49s
  • Trump is scheduled to discuss trade with UK and EU leaders. 1m 2s
  • Negotiations with the EU continue, with hopes to refine a previous deal. 1m 33s
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Protesters in Scotland take to the streets to decry Trump's visit
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France 24
2 days ago
Protesters in Scotland take to the streets to decry Trump's visit

Trump is in Scotland as he prepares for the August opening of a golf course bearing his name and is set to talk trade with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European Commission Chief Ursula von der Leyen.

Demonstrators protest Trump's visit to Scotland
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CBS News
2 days ago
Demonstrators protest Trump's visit to Scotland

President Trump visited Scotland for a private trip, combining leisure at his Turnberry golf resort with preparations for trade discussions involving the UK and the European Union.

Trump tees off in Scotland amid nationwide protests
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Euronews
3 days ago
Trump tees off in Scotland amid nationwide protests

While in Scotland, Trump is set to talk trade with Starmer and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Trump tackles trade on Scotland trip
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CBS News
3 days ago
Trump tackles trade on Scotland trip

Trump is hosting trade talks at his golf resorts in Turnberry and Aberdeen with European Union President Ursula von der Leyen and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Trump warns Europe against immigration as he arrives in Scotland
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Africanews
3 days ago
Trump warns Europe against immigration as he arrives in Scotland

Trump is in Britain on a private trip to tour his golf courses, but will also hold bilateral talks on a trade deal with the European Union.

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