Coffee House Shots Trump’s state visit was a ‘news bonanza’
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Sep 18, 2025 In this discussion, Tim Shipman, an experienced political journalist, provides keen insights on Donald Trump's recent state visit to the UK. He highlights Trump's blend of grandstanding and apparent humility amid the high-profile pomp. The conversation covers a significant tech investment deal and the soft diplomacy exhibited between royal family members and First Lady Jill Biden. Shipman also delves into the underlying tensions between Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, particularly regarding energy policy, Palestine, and Ukraine.
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Substance Over Spectacle
- The press conference was largely embarrassment-free because differences were acknowledged privately and publicly.
- Tim Shipman says that made the visit a substantive, not theatrical, success for Starmer and Downing Street.
23 Minutes With Trump
- Tim Shipman recalls his 23-minute interview with Trump to illustrate Trump's fast, mischievous style.
- He uses that memory to explain why even a well-behaved Trump still generates endless quotable lines.
Tech Deal As The Visit's Payoff
- The tech investment deal is the visit's biggest tangible outcome and signals strategic alignment with the US.
- Freddie Gray and Tim Shipman argue this could be Britain's most significant Brexit-era economic win.