London: Donald Trump’s second The state visit to the UK this week is as controversial as his first protest, with a tough personal hatred with London Mayor Sadiq Khan threatening to cover up the royal pages of the charity show.
Mr Khan fired the opening ceremony Salvo ahead of his visit, highlighting new home office numbers that show record numbers of Americans applying for UK citizenship. He attributed the surge to London’s “liberal values” and diversity, which was Trump’s direct condemnation.
“Many Americans agree with our values – to abide by the rule of law, celebrate diversity and defend minority rights.” Earlier this month, Mr. Khan said in an interview, “I will show him the mosque, diversity and the Hoshir Carnival. This will stipulate that multiculturalism is our greatest strength.”
The US President repeatedly called Mr. Khan a “Shi Leng loser” and accused him of presiding over the rise of crime in the capital, which would not allow criticism to be left unanswered.
Right-leaning commentators in the UK urged restraint. exist telegraphColumnist Brendan O’Neill warned Mr. Khan should not repeat what he called a “baby stunt” and recalled the huge Trump baby balloon flying in Parliament Square during an earlier visit by the president. “Our relationship with the United States is more important than ever,” he warned.
But protests have been planned. On the first day of the Trump League, the Trump League announced a massive march throughout London, when Trump would meet with King Charles and Prime Minister PM Keir starters.
The demonstration was in less than a week The far-right rally In London, former Trump adviser Elon Musk delivered a speech, condemning Starmer’s violent uprising.
Behind the scenes, officials are preparing for potential traps. this BBC The report said Windsor Castle had been transformed into a “ring stealing” with 1,300 troops and 120 horses deployed at the ceremony for the welcome and carriage process. Palace aides made careful efforts to the banquet seating plan and menu to ensure the president was honored, while also preparing King Charles’ speech to avoid political controversy.
Visits to the official state of the U.S. president are rare and make this week’s wonder diplomatic. But the risk of reflection in political theater remains high with street protesters and Sadiq Khan-Trump.
Posted at Dawn on September 17, 2025
