Donald Trump protests across Scotland against US President's visit in pictures
Scots turned out in force to protest against Donald Trump 's visit to the country.
Hundreds of activists gathered outside the US Consulate building in Edinburgh and at Union Terrace Gardens in Aberdeen.
It is believed there could also be protest activity around Turnberry and Menie, where Trump is expected to open a new 18-hole golf course named in honour of his mother, Mary Anne MacLeod Trump, born on the Isle of Lewis.
The protests come after Trump touched down in Scotland on Friday for a five-day visit to his luxury golf resorts at Turnberry in Ayrshire and Menie in Aberdeenshire.
Cops have ramped up their presence in and around the luxury hotel and golf courses
Police Scotland is understood to be on high alert, with both uniformed and specialist teams on standby, although official details of the visit remain tightly under wraps.
Below are 11 pictures of protesters demonstrating against the US President's visit to Scotland today.
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