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President Donald Trump’s five-day trip to Scotland is filled with discussions on trade and leisure at his golf resorts. While he enjoys time at Turnberry and Aberdeen, his visit has sparked protests against his political stance and financial implications for taxpayers. Trump participated in a round of golf with notable associates and is expected to attend a ribbon-cutting for a new golf course in Aberdeenshire with support from the Scottish government.
Turnberry, Scotland – President Donald Trump arrived in Scotland on Friday for a five-day trip that includes discussions on trade and leisure time at his golf resorts in Turnberry and Aberdeen. The visit has been marked by protests in various cities against his political stance and the financial implications for taxpayers.
Trump landed at Glasgow Prestwick Airport (GPA), situated approximately 50 miles from his Turnberry golf resort, which has welcomed over seven million passengers in 2023 alone. He checked in at both the Turnberry and Aberdeen resorts, where he is expected to engage with British and Scottish leaders on trade matters.
On Saturday, Trump participated in a round of golf at Trump Turnberry alongside his son, Eric Trump, US Ambassador Warren Stephens, and their children. The Trump Turnberry resort boasts three golf courses, notably the Ailsa Course, which is internationally recognized as one of the top ten greatest golf courses worldwide. The site has a rich history, having first opened in 1901 and hosted four Open Championships. One of the most renowned matches was in 1977 between golfing legends Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus.
The hotel initially opened as Turnberry Station Hotel in 1905 and has since become a centerpiece of the resort, which features amenities such as the 19th-hole restaurant named “Duel in the Sun,” commemorating the memorable Watson-Nicklaus match. The Trump Turnberry estate is also home to the historic Turnberry Lighthouse, built in 1873, and the adjacent Turnberry Castle, believed to be the birthplace of Scottish king Robert the Bruce.
During his visit, Trump is expected to take part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the launch of a new 18-hole golf course in Aberdeenshire, a project that has received financial backing from the Scottish government amounting to £180,000 for hosting a tournament at his golf course. Trump acknowledged the contributions of Scottish actor Sean Connery in this endeavor, showcasing his personal ties to the area, as his mother was born in Scotland.
As Trump meets with officials such as Scottish First Minister John Swinney to discuss trade, he has also made comments regarding European countries and their migration policies, as well as critiquing wind farms. In addition to local meetings, Trump anticipates an upcoming encounter with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen later in his trip.
Protests orchestrated by various groups have taken place in cities including Aberdeen and Edinburgh throughout his visit, reflecting ongoing opposition to Trump’s political views and underscoring concerns regarding the cost of his stay to taxpayers. The negative sentiment surrounding his visits is noteworthy, given that instances of sitting US presidents visiting Scotland are infrequent, with Trump’s last visit recorded in 2018.
Looking ahead, Trump has an additional state visit planned to the UK in September, to be hosted by King Charles. His recent round of golf at Turnberry has attracted significant media attention and public interest, further affirming his profile as a prominent figure on the international stage.
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