Overview

• In a BBC interview on July 15, President Trump described post-Brexit Britain as “sloppy” but commended Prime Minister Starmer for “straightening it out.”
• He lauded Starmer for securing a bilateral trade agreement that other countries have been unable to achieve.
• Trump dismissed calls to recall Parliament during its conference recess, suggesting MPs should “have a good time” instead.
• He confirmed a private visit later this month to Aberdeen for a “state meeting” with Starmer aimed at refining the trade pact.
• His second state visit is scheduled for September 17–19 at Windsor Castle, marking an unprecedented return under King Charles III.