The Guardian (June 5)
Theresa May “has made an art of avoiding public confrontation with the US president.” Nevertheless, “enough is enough.” The Prime Minister “should make clear to Mr Trump how offensive and unhelpful his extraordinary intervention was, and rescind the invitation that has been extended to him for a state visit later this year.”
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Reuters (February 2)
“The world’s longest ruling monarch faces what could be one of the most awkward state visits of all time–that of Donald Trump.” He might want to watch out. “Queen Elizabeth always behaves impeccably. When it comes to giving a harsh message, however, she has been known to deliver a hefty punch.”
Tags: Awkward, Donald Trump, Harsh, Impeccably, Message, Punch, Queen Elizabeth, State visit