U.S. President Donald Trump's weekend golf outing at his Scottish resort drew both leisure and controversy as hundreds gathered in Edinburgh and Aberdeen to protest his visit. Demonstrators criticized UK leaders for accommodating Trump amid ongoing debates about transatlantic diplomacy and trade priorities.
The president, accompanied by his son Eric Trump, is scheduled to inaugurate a new golf course near Aberdeen before returning to Washington on Tuesday. The visit coincides with anticipated trade discussions between Trump, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen — talks analysts suggest could influence post-Brexit economic strategies.
Protest organizers highlighted concerns about environmental policies and political alignment with Trump's administration, while local businesses debated the economic impact of Trump-owned properties in the region. The event underscores growing tensions between commercial globalization efforts and grassroots activism in Europe.
