Trump in Scotland, set to talk with EU, British leaders on tariffs
Trump has been in Scotland since Friday. On Saturday, he was seen playing golf and driving his own golf cart, as local police maintained tight security in the area.
Trump said he plans to meet with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Sunday to discuss what he calls "reciprocal tariffs."
He has suggested that he would levy a 30-percent tariff on products coming from the European Union, starting on August 1.
Trump is also due to meet with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer during his stay. British media say the two will discuss reducing additional tariffs on UK-made steel products, a topic they have continued to negotiate, among other things.
People in Scotland held rallies in several places to protest against Trump's political moves and other matters.
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