Trump plays golf in Scotland while protesters take to the streets and decry his visit
SCOTLAND, JUL 27 – Trump played golf at his Scottish resorts and plans trade talks with UK and EU leaders amid protests organized by a coalition opposing his policies and presence in Scotland.
- President Donald Trump arrived in Scotland on Friday evening and played golf at his Turnberry course on Saturday near Edinburgh.
- Trump's visit follows his 2014 purchase of the Turnberry golf course and includes planned meetings with UK and Scottish leaders.
- Large groups of demonstrators assembled in both Edinburgh and Aberdeen, voicing their opposition to Trump's visit with signs and chants near the US Consulate and golf resorts.
- Trump stated on Friday night, "You better get your act together," and "You're not going to have Europe anymore," criticizing European leaders.
- The visit triggered a major police operation, highlighted debates over public funding for golf events, and suggested ongoing local tensions over Trump's presence.
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