Hundreds of protesters gather in Scots cities for mass anti-Trump rallies as president golfs at luxury Turnberry resort
DON YER BIKE Hundreds of protesters gather in Scots cities for mass anti-Trump rallies as president golfs at luxury Turnberry resort
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HUNDREDS of protesters have gathered in Aberdeen and Edinburgh for mass anti-Trump rallies during the US President's visit to Scotland.
Angry campaigners are listening to speeches and waving creative signs as the American leader enjoys a round of golf at his luxury Turnberry resort.
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An anti-Trump demonstrator holds a cut-out depicting the president
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Protestors gather on the streets of Edinburgh
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Stop Trump Scotland protest at the Union Terrace Gardens in Aberdeen
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In Aberdeen, the group that gathered in the city centre were seen waving banners with anti-Trump slogans - with one demonstrator even dressed as the president with a large papier mache head.
Some members of the crowd also showed their support for Palestine, waving Palestine flags.
Many carried placards referring to the expletive slogan made infamous by late comedian Janey Godley during the president's 2018 visit.
Mr Trump and staff were braced for the mass protests as the American leader displayed his skills on the Ailsa course this moring.
He could be seen wearing a USA white baseball cap as he smiled and waved at news cameras.
Earlier this morning a large number of police and military personnel were spotted searching the grounds at the resort where Mr Trump is staying.
A high-profile security operation was in full swing, with police and others searching the area.
Police also have road closures in place, with limited access for locals and members of the media.
Last night Mr Trump was in high spirits as his Air Force One touched down at Prestwick.
He landed in Scotland in party mood after revealing his plans for a trade deal celebration with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and First Minister John Swinney.
Donald Trump tees off at luxury Turnberry course during Scots visit
Mr Trump said: "We're going to do a little celebrating because we get along very well."
He was welcomed by Scottish Secretary Ian Murray before being whisked to his luxury Turnberry resort 20 miles down the Ayrshire coast.
He declared: "There's no place like Turnberry. It's the best course in the world."
Villagers waved as the convoy passed through nearby Kirkoswald and later arrived at Turnberry at around 9.30pm.
Mr Trump's vehicle passed a small group of protesters on the way to the hotel.
Sources told The Scottish Sun protesters would have no chance of getting near Mr Trump despite fears they could storm the resort via the shore.
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Donald Trump waves to reporters as he plays golf at his Trump Turnberry golf course
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Trump takes a swing on the Ailsa course
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One demonstrator even dressed as the president with a large papier mache head
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