Donald Trump Arrives Scotland Amid Trade Talks, Protests

US President Donald Trump is set to visit Scotland for a five-day trip primarily focused on golfing at his two luxury Scottish resorts, Trump International and Trump Turnberry. During his visit, he is scheduled to meet Scotland's First Minister John Swinney, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and Scottish Secretary Ian Murray, despite significant criticism and protests anticipated due to Trump's controversial policies and personal conduct. Ian Murray, who previously criticized Trump for misogyny, racism, and xenophobia, has publicly shifted to emphasize the importance of maintaining strong US-UK ties, calling for a warm welcome to the president. The visit has sparked calls from some within the SNP for Swinney to confront Trump, especially given the humanitarian concerns raised by SNP figures about issues like the Gaza crisis. Protests organized by groups like Stop Trump Scotland are planned to coincide with the visit, aiming to voice opposition both in urban centers and near Trump's golf resorts. Police resources in Scotland are expected to be heavily impacted by the security demands of Trump's trip, though officials like Swinney have downplayed concerns over policing strain.