Why Trump's State Visit Could Shape the UK's Next Chapter
Britain’s been through Brexit, new leaders, and a new king. What does Trump’s visit reveal about what’s next?
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About the Episode
President Trump’s state visit comes at a precarious time for Britain: weak growth, political turbulence, and pressure to reset its ties with the EU. With Prime Minister Keir Starmer forging a strategic bond with Trump, what’s next for the US-UK relationship? New York Times London Bureau Chief Mark Landler explains what lies ahead.
About the Experts
Mark Landler
London Bureau Chief, New York Times
Mark Landler is the London bureau chief of the New York Times, covering the United Kingdom, as well as American foreign policy in Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
President & Chief Executive Officer, Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Dr. Leslie Vinjamuri joined the Council in 2025 as the president and chief executive officer, after previously serving as director of the US and the Americas program at the Royal Institute of International Affairs, known as Chatham House, in London. She brings nearly 30 years of experience working at the intersection of international affairs, research, policy, and public engagement.