Piers Morgan Uncensored “What’s The Point of YOUR Boycott?” Trump State Visit | With Sir Ed Davey & Winston Marshall
Sep 18, 2025
Sir Ed Davey, Leader of the Liberal Democrats and MP, joins to explain his bold decision to boycott the state banquet for Trump, pushing for action on Gaza while outlining his political standpoints. The conversation dives into critical issues like trans participation in sports and the legal framework guiding these discussions. A lively panel, including Winston Marshall and Louise Mensch, debates the UK's foreign policy, tariffs, and the growing concerns of free speech, providing a multi-faceted look at the challenges facing the nation today.
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Boycott As Political Pressure
- Sir Ed Davey believes the state visit should proceed because it creates influence opportunities with President Trump.
- He boycotted the banquet to pressure the UK government and push Trump to act on Gaza and hostages.
Experience Of State Banquets
- Sir Ed says past state banquets rarely let him access top tables or speak to visiting heads of state.
- He used that experience to justify not attending since he couldn't directly influence Trump.
Trump's Unique Leverage On Gaza
- Davey sees Trump as uniquely able to pressure Israel and Gulf states to secure hostages and humanitarian access in Gaza.
- He frames his boycott as a tactic to focus public and government attention on that leverage.
