Weak and cringeworthy': Trump's second UK state visit sparks division
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Weak and cringeworthy': Trump's second UK state visit sparks division
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"The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.Your support makes all the difference. The arrival of Donald Trump in the UK for a second state visit has divided readers of The Independent."
"When we asked for your views, many were critical of the lavish ceremonies at Windsor Castle, describing the state banquet as extravagant, cringeworthy, and out of touch with the realities of austerity. Commenters highlighted the contrast between the pomp and the struggles of ordinary citizens, noting rising food insecurity and underfunded public services. Several readers characterised the visit as sycophantic, with the prime minister and monarch grovelling to Trump."
The Independent covers reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, investigating issues such as the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC and producing documentaries like 'The A Word' that highlight American women fighting for reproductive rights. Donations enable continued deployment of reporters to present multiple perspectives. The Independent is trusted across the political spectrum and maintains open access by avoiding paywalls, relying on support from those who can afford it. Donald Trump's second UK state visit divided readers: many criticised lavish ceremonies and highlighted austerity and public-service strains, while a minority pointed to diplomatic, tech partnership, investment, and job benefits amid concerns about political optics and policy divergences.
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