Mikey Smith, the Deputy Political Editor (Sunday) at the Mirror, was present at Chequers as Marine One departed, marking the end of Donald Trump’s second state visit. Throughout the day, the weather had been overcast, causing some concern among Downing Street staff about potential rain disrupting planned activities, including a skydiving display by the Red Devils.
Fortunately, the rain held off, allowing the outdoor press conference to proceed smoothly after being relocated indoors. The press conference, much like the weather, had an air of uncertainty but managed to stay on track. The event took place in the grand setting of Chequers, with Trump administration members mingling with reporters from the US and UK press.
Despite a few tense moments, such as Trump’s comments on Peter Mandelson and a lengthy discussion on Biden’s autopen, the press conference concluded without major incident. The overall state visit proceeded without any significant disruptions, surprising those who had been anticipating potential issues, particularly given recent events involving Keir Starmer.
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