Turnberry

Reporter Asks Trump About Bad Mood: Blames Golf

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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Trump’s Scottish Golf Resort Vandalized in Gaza Protest

Donald Trump’s Turnberry golf resort in Scotland was vandalized by activists from Palestine Action, who painted “Gaza Is Not 4 Sale” on the grounds in response to Trump’s statements regarding plans for Gaza, including “cleaning out the whole thing.” The vandalism, which included damage to the greens and clubhouse, was described as a protest against the US administration’s alleged intent to ethnically cleanse Gaza and Trump’s rhetoric regarding the territory. Police are investigating the incident, while a resort spokesperson stated that the damage would not impact business.

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