Engaging in fishing without a valid permit alongside J.D. Vance.
In the picturesque English countryside of the Cotswolds, a stir has been caused by the visit of US Vice President JD Vance. The deputy of former US President Donald Trump has been spending his family vacation in the region, but his visit has been met with resistance from some local activists.
A protest event called the "Not Welcome Party" was held in the town of Charlbury, expressing disapproval of Vance's presence. The event, which gained attention in local media and social networks, was organised by activists and residents who oppose Vance's political views and public stances. Slogans like "Go home!" and "JD Vance, you should be ashamed!" were displayed, as reported by The Guardian.
Meanwhile, the diplomatic and political response has been relatively muted. The UK government has maintained a neutral stance on Vance's personal visit, focusing instead on official diplomatic interactions. No official diplomatic reaction has been reported directly related to Vance's visit or the protest.
During the visit, Vance was photographed fishing with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy at a private lake. However, it emerged that Lammy did not have a fishing license, although he reportedly obtained one immediately after learning of the oversight. The necessary licenses for fishing, which were not obtained during the diplomatic event, have since been obtained, according to a spokesperson for the environmental agency.
The Foreign Office issued a statement regarding the administrative oversight, stating that "all necessary steps were taken to ensure compliance with local regulations." Vance himself has acknowledged the protest but has characterized it as an example of political divisiveness, emphasizing his right to vacation like any private citizen.
The incident has highlighted tensions around prominent American political figures visiting the UK, particularly those with controversial profiles. The contrast between Vance’s upscale Cotswolds vacation setting and the grassroots opposition event in Charlbury has been a topic of debate in UK media. Some commentary has focused on broader debates about the appropriateness of such visits and the potential impact on local communities.
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