During a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at his Turnberry golf resort in Scotland, Donald Trump’s opening remarks were disrupted by a bagpiper, making it difficult to hear his comments. Trump used the remaining time to boast about his accomplishments. The visit followed a weekend of golfing and meetings, which was met with protests and negative sentiment regarding his policies. Trump’s visit was also marked by controversy, including local disapproval and protests related to the Epstein Files furor.
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Amidst growing scrutiny of his administration’s handling of evidence related to Jeffrey Epstein, Donald Trump has denied ever visiting Epstein’s private Caribbean island, Little Saint James. Trump stated that he was invited, but declined to go. This denial follows reports of Trump’s repeated presence in Epstein files and a Justice Department official meeting with Ghislaine Maxwell. The former president’s comments come as he faces increased pressure for transparency regarding the 2019 child sex trafficking case.
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During a press engagement, President Trump was asked if his mood was affected by a poor round of golf in Scotland. The president, who had played at his Turnberry course, asserted that the golf was “beautiful” and that golf is always enjoyable. The query highlighted the blending of business and leisure during Trump’s trip, especially as he has been advocating for Turnberry’s Ailsa Course to host the Open Championship. The course, last hosting the Open in 2009, is highly ranked in the golfing world.
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Speaking at a press conference, Donald Trump claimed he declined an invitation to Jeffrey Epstein’s island, characterizing it as “one of my very good moments.” Trump has previously stated he never visited the island, which was described as a place for sex trafficking. Despite attempts to shift focus, the controversy surrounding Trump’s ties to Epstein persists. The former president has been feeling pressure from both his MAGA base and Democrats.
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A new report indicates that Donald Trump’s five-day golf trip to Scotland is projected to cost U.S. taxpayers millions of dollars. The expenses include factors such as Air Force One’s operating costs and Secret Service overtime, with the total possibly reaching around $9.7 million. The estimated costs are based on a Government Accountability Office report detailing the expenses of his previous trips. This trip will also involve significant costs for Scottish authorities as they provide security.
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A source close to the matter indicated the situation has become a significant distraction, with internal divisions within the Department of Justice and the FBI raising concerns about sustainability. The Trump administration’s failure to deliver on promises related to the Epstein files, followed by attempts to obscure the issue, has further fueled the problem. This self-inflicted crisis stems from a miscalculation of the expectations created, leading to a state of panic and a scramble to divert attention from the core issue.
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Speaking to reporters, President Donald Trump suggested his name may have been intentionally placed in the Jeffrey Epstein files by political rivals. Trump claimed the files were a “hoax” and asserted that those who ran the investigation, including James Comey and Merrick Garland, could have fabricated information. Additionally, Trump reiterated his position on pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell, stating he is “allowed” to do so but has not yet considered it. The former president also discussed his past interactions with Epstein, confirming he had kicked him out of Mar-a-Lago for inappropriate behavior.
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President Trump announced a stricter deadline for Russian President Putin to negotiate a truce with Ukraine. This ultimatum of ten to twelve days was delivered during discussions with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Trump stated that failure to meet this deadline would result in potential economic consequences for Russia. The move intensifies pressure on Moscow to end the ongoing conflict.
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A video showing President Donald Trump appearing to have a ball tossed to him by a caddie during a golf game in Scotland sparked online accusations of cheating, which included a repost of the video by Governor Gavin Newsom’s press office. Sportswriter Rick Reilly weighed in, referencing Trump’s history of allegedly manipulating the game, while some users defended Trump, suggesting a “provisional” drop. Despite these claims, the president has previously been accused of cheating at golf, with several reports of questionable wins. The president currently owns two golf resorts in Scotland.
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