President Donald Trump is set to start his second state visit to the United Kingdom on Tuesday. During this trip, he is expected to meet with several officials, including King Charles. This visit comes as international leaders are increasingly discussing how to respond to the ongoing threats posed by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Last week, Trump suggested the possibility of imposing additional sanctions against Moscow. His comments reflect the growing concern among world leaders regarding the conflict in Ukraine and its implications for global security.
In related news, Vice President JD Vance announced that he would host "The Charlie Kirk Show" podcast on Monday. Vance expressed his intention to pay tribute to his late friend, Charlie Kirk, in the broadcast. He shared a social media post inviting listeners to join him, along with a photo of a microphone set up for the show. The podcast is scheduled to begin at noon ET.
In other developments, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who is currently in Madrid for trade discussions with China, stated that a framework for a TikTok deal has been established. He mentioned that President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to speak on Friday to finalize the details of the agreement. Bessent emphasized that while the commercial terms of the deal have been agreed upon, they will not be disclosed as it involves private parties.
Trump also commented on the ongoing trade talks between the United States, Europe, and China, indicating that they are progressing positively. He hinted at a deal concerning TikTok, stating, "A deal was also reached on a 'certain' company that young people in our Country very much wanted to save. They will be very happy!" This statement suggests that the administration is working to address concerns surrounding the popular social media platform.