The Rest Is Politics: US

112. The Real Agenda Behind Trump’s State Visit

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Sep 18, 2025
Explore the contradictions in the US-UK relationship during Trump’s state visit. Delve into the impact of the Epstein scandal on political figures like Keir Starmer. Discover the UK's ambitions for trade and support for Ukraine. The hosts share intriguing anecdotes about Reagan’s charm and leadership dynamics. Together, they ponder whether Trump will champion Western interests on the global stage.
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Scaramucci Meets Reagan

  • Anthony Scaramucci recounts meeting Ronald Reagan as a nervous 17-year-old at the Plaza Hotel in 1981.
  • He remembers Reagan's quip about not being bothered by protesters and being impressed by his presence.
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Reagan's Common Touch Story

  • Anthony tells Peggy Noonan's story of Reagan welcoming an ordinary Midwestern woman to the Oval Office.
  • The story illustrates Reagan's 'common touch' and ability to connect with ordinary people.
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Pomp As A Policy Tool

  • Britain used spectacular pomp to try to win tangible policy concessions from President Trump.
  • Katty Kay argues the display aimed to secure tariff reductions and more US support for Ukraine.
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