Trump to land in Scotland on Friday for start of five-day private trip
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3 minutes ago
- Newsweek
Donald Trump Trashed in Scotland's Biggest Newspaper: 'Menace'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. President Donald Trump's visit to Scotland has drawn intense criticism from Scotland's largest newspaper, The Daily Record, which called him a "menace" in an editorial while also urging U.K. leaders to pursue pragmatic engagement for the sake of long-term relations. Newsweek contacted Trump's team for a response to the report via email. Why It Matters The comments come after Scottish police have told Newsweek a "significant" operation was being planned in expectation of protests against Trump during his time in Scotland, where he will visit his newest golf course. In 2018, thousands of protesters gathered when Trump visited his Scottish golf courses during his first term. President Donald Trump reacts as he plays a round of golf at Trump Turnberry golf course on July 27, 2025 in Turnberry, Scotland. President Donald Trump reacts as he plays a round of golf at Trump Turnberry golf course on July 27, 2025 in Turnberry, Scotland. Getty Images What To Know On the eve of Trump's five-day trip to Scotland, The Daily Record published a strong editorial criticizing his actions. The newspaper described Trump as a "menace who has caused chaos at home and abroad," referencing his refusal to accept defeat in the 2020 U.S. presidential election, perceived support for protesters involved in the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, and his public statements regarding foreign leaders including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The editorial also said that Trump's status as a "convicted felon" was contributing to Scottish protesters' outrage. Despite these criticisms, the paper urged leaders such as U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Scotland's First Minister John Swinney to maintain engagement with Trump for economic and diplomatic reasons, citing decades-long U.S.-UK security ties and potential leverage on international issues such as tariffs and foreign conflicts. What People Are Saying Sarah Malone, executive vice president of Trump International, said in a press release sent to Newsweek: "The Trump family has a deep affection for Scotland, not only as the home of golf, but as the ancestral home of President Trump's beloved mother, Mary Anne MacLeod. We are therefore delighted to confirm that we are planning the creation of a memorial garden in honor of Mary Anne MacLeod as a fitting tribute to her name and legacy." Born on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, MacLeod moved to the U.S. in 1930 and became a naturalized citizen in March 1942. What Happens Next Trump's visit is expected to draw protests throughout Scotland, as noted by The Daily Record. U.K. and Scottish leaders face the challenge of balancing domestic opposition to Trump's policies and character with the need to maintain and potentially strengthen critical U.S.-UK relationships.
Scottish Sun
5 minutes ago
- Scottish Sun
Premier Sports Cup second round draw in FULL as Celtic, Rangers, Aberdeen & more discover last 16 opponents
Five more Premiership clubs have entered the competition at this stage SWEET SIXTEEN Premier Sports Cup second round draw in FULL as Celtic, Rangers, Aberdeen & more discover last 16 opponents Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE Premier Sports Cup last 16 draw has thrown up some mouth-watering ties as the rest of Scottish football's big hitters enter the fray. The five clubs competing in Europe - Celtic, Rangers, Aberdeen, Hibs and Dundee United - all kick-start their tournament campaigns at the second round stage. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 The Premier Sports Cup has reached the knockout phase Credit: SNS 4 Celtic will begin their defence of the trophy next month Credit: Getty 4 The competition will be Russell Martin's first chance of silverware with Rangers Credit: Alamy 4 Jimmy Thelin will be looking to add the League Cup to his Scottish Cup success Credit: Kenny Ramsay The last 16 draw followed the conclusion of the group stage draw. Of the seven Scottish Premiership clubs entering at the first round stage, six have safely made it through to the knockout phase of the competition. Only Dundee have failed to make the cut, with shock losses in their opening two games against Airdrieonians and Alloa sealing their fate. The remaining teams all come from the Championship with the exception of the aforementioned Alloa. The League One club are the lowest-ranked team left in the competition having impressively topped Group C. The Wasps' reward for their efforts is a mouth-watering visit to Ibrox to face Rangers in the last 16. Holders Celtic will face Falkirk in an all-Premiership tie at Celtic Park. There are three other all-top flight clashes too, while two ties pit Championship opposition against Premiership sides. Those are relegated St Johnstone's clash with Motherwell and Morton hosting Aberdeen at Cappielow. There's also a clash between two Championship clubs with Partick Thistle facing Ayr. Scottish football cult hero Mixu Paatelainen plays Quickfire Questions, Winner Stays On & Career Quiz Premier Sports Cup second round draw in full: Celtic v Falkirk Kilmarnock v Dundee United Rangers v Alloa Athletic Livingston v Hibernian St Johnstone v Motherwell Greenock Morton v Aberdeen Partick Thistle v Ayr United St Mirren v Hearts Ties to be played on weekend of August 16
The Herald Scotland
11 minutes ago
- The Herald Scotland
Rangers discover Premier Sports Cup last 16 opponents
Rangers, along with the other Scottish clubs in Europe, bypassed the group stage section of the tournament to enter as a seeded side in the last 16 draw. And it has now been confirmed that Rangers will come up against Alloa in the last 16 of the cup competition. The match will be played at Ibrox as [[Rangers]] were the first club drawn out of the hat. Read more: The last 16 fixtures will be played on the weekend of August 16/17 with full fixture confirmation to come. Premier Sports Cup last 16 draw confirmed Celtic vs Falkirk Kilmarnock vs Dundee United Rangers vs Alloa Athletic Livingston vs Hibernian St Johnstone vs Motherwell Greenock Morton vs Aberdeen Partick Thistle vs Ayr United St Mirren vs Heart of Midlothian
