Political Fix The Starmer-Trump love-in
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Feb 28, 2025 In a striking meeting, Donald Trump praised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, calling him ‘special’ and a 'tough negotiator.' George Parker, who attended the Oval Office encounter, shares insider perspectives. The conversation shifts to the ramifications for a potential UK-US trade deal and the complexities of military support for Ukraine. Miranda Green and Stephen Bush dive into the shifting UK spending priorities, including controversial defense and aid budget discussions, while analyzing the broader political landscape.
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Oval Office Meeting
- Lucy Fisher and George Parker discussed Starmer's meeting with Trump.
- Trump opened King Charles's letter on camera.
Three Buckets of Assessment
- A good visit with Trump might hurt Labour's image with some voters.
- The visit has domestic and international implications.
Tech Deal Strategy
- The UK aims to offer Trump a tech deal to avoid tariffs.
- This strategy worked for the EU in Trump's first term.