Trump's allegiance towards the UK fluctuates based on his latest conversations, leaving his backing uncertain
In a summer marked by high-level meetings, former President Donald Trump's state visit to the UK was a significant event that brought together senior members of the Conservative and Reform parties in the picturesque Cotswolds.
The visit, however, was not primarily about strengthening the "special relationship" or reinforcing alliances, as one might expect. Instead, it seemed to be more about Trump's personal quest for status and ego.
In the face of this, Prime Minister Keir Starmer focused on damage limitation in three key areas. The first was containing Trump's tariffs, particularly on UK steel and aluminium, which are subject to 25% duties. Despite a framework set for July, Trump is still imposing 10% tariffs, and there is a possibility of further tariffs in sectors like pharmaceuticals.
The second area of concern was containing the potential damage to UK and European security due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Trump's views on this matter remain unclear, but his tariff hawk advisor, Peter Navarro, and other influential figures such as J.D. Vance and Nigel Farage, could potentially sway Trump's decisions upon his return to Washington.
The third area of focus was containing the promotion of the Reform Party by Trump's camp as the next UK Government, while undermining the current one. Trump officials and advisors have been advocating for Nigel Farage, a former Trump employee, on the Reform Party's outlet GB News. Greg Swenson, head of Republicans Abroad, even revealed the Trump camp's potential support for a party like Reform.
Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, and Zia Yusuf, Head of Policy at Reform UK, are key figures linked to the party's future activities, including the "Operation Restoring Justice" plan unveiled in August 2025. Their party, originally the Brexit Party, is gaining influence with a strong focus on immigration control and challenging the current UK government.
Despite his exclusion from the State Banquet at Windsor, Nigel Farage kept a low profile during Trump's visit. Meanwhile, announcements of at least £31 billion in AI and technology investment by US companies were made during the visit, as well as a £250 billion "tech prosperity deal."
It is important to note that the views expressed on our website do not necessarily reflect the official position of the website. The US President does not see alliances in the traditional sense since World War II, and the unpredictable nature of Trump's decisions may require the UK to continue flattering him post-visit. However, secure arrangements might be established through talks with responsible US officials, despite Trump's support not being fully assured due to his unpredictable nature.
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