United Kingdom-U.S. Partnership: Extraordinary Ties
In the political landscape of both the United States and the United Kingdom, a significant connections nyt has emerged between the right-wing scenes in both countries. This relationship has been strengthened since Donald Trump's election, particularly in the UK where right-wing forces were already gaining momentum with the Brexit referendum.
The US-American entrepreneur, Robert Shillman, has been identified as a key player in this connections. He provided financial support to the British right-wing extremist scene, notably funding Tommy Robinson's position as a 'journalist' at the Canadian outlet Rebel Media. Shillman's support was not limited to Robinson, as he also received financial backing from Steve Bannon, Trump's former associate, and Fox News.
The exchange of ideas between the British and American right has been intense, with many American supporters of Trump also donating to libertarian British think tanks. These think tanks, increasingly flirting with Farage's right-wing party, Reform UK, have played a significant role in the UK's political discourse.
One of the think tanks, the Islamophobic Middle East Forum, covered part of Robinson's legal costs, while US tech billionaire Robert Shillman provided him with financial support. This financial backing has been instrumental in Robinson's newfound prominence.
The social crisis in the UK has created fertile ground for right-wing demagogues. This was evident in the far-right demonstration in London last weekend, which was significantly larger than expected, estimated to have been attended by 150,000 people. The demonstration, which was the largest right-wing demonstration in British history according to anti-racist organization Hope Not Hate, was mobilized in part by the murder of ultra-reactionary propagandist Charlie Kirk. Pictures of Kirk were visible everywhere during the demonstration, and there was a minute of silence in his honour.
Politicians, including those of the ruling Labour Party, have failed to counter the increasingly anti-immigrant sentiment in the UK. This failure has allowed right-wing media conglomerates in the UK to blame immigrants for the country's poverty. American right-wing media, including InfoWars and the Voice of Florida, have noted the British tribute to Kirk with satisfaction.
In a commentary on the topic of the new British-American friendship, Raul Zelik discusses the implications of this connections. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump, currently on a state visit to the UK, declared that the US and UK are connected by history, belief, love, language, culture, and tradition.
Trump's support for Brexit, having backed the UK's EU exit by promising a comprehensive free trade agreement, further solidifies this connections. US tech giants have also announced investments totaling £150 billion (around €170 billion) in the UK, which could potentially create 7,600 new jobs.
Elon Musk's prediction of a potential civil war in the UK, as racist riots broke out across the country in the summer of 2024, serves as a grim reminder of the potential consequences of this growing connections. However, the future of this relationship remains to be seen.
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