Batons and scrimmages: Barack Obama’s philosophical response to Donald Trump’s victory November 9, 2016 Outgoing US President Barack Obama said he was looking forward to passing on the baton to Donald Trump because, despite significant differences, “we are all on the same team”. Speaking outside of the White House this afternoon, Obama compared the Presidential election, which concluded with a loss for Hillary Clinton, to an “inter-mural scrimmage”. We’re [...]
Who are the winners and losers of a Trump triumph? November 9, 2016 The election of Donald Trump by US voters to become the next President was almost entirely unexpected. Here's our initial take on some of the early winners and losers emerging in the aftermath. Winners Nigel Farage Trump fan Nigel Farage has found a kindered spirit in the new President. The Ukipper and Brexit supporter went with a [...]
What does Trump’s win mean for Brexit? MPs are concerned but determined to press on with business November 9, 2016 MPs are calling on Donald Trump to clarify his remarks on the US-UK relationship after the Republican candidate won the Presidential election. Politicians across the spectrum were shocked at today's results and what it could mean for the future of the so-called special relationship, but many were positive that the UK would now be at the "front of the [...]
Hillary Clinton says Americans have a role to play in holding Donald Trump to account November 9, 2016 Defeated Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton finally broke her silence this afternoon and urged Americans to give Donald Trump a chance to lead. Speaking to supporters at a New York hotel, she described the pain of losing and stressed the role that the public had to play in promoting multi-faceted tolerance. “We must accept this result and then [...]
Let’s get down to business: WTO boss Roberto Azevedo is ready to work with Donald Trump November 9, 2016 The head of the World Trade Organisation has said he's ready to get to work with Donald Trump and will support his administration. "US leadership in the global economy and the mulilateral trading system remains vital," said WTO director-general Roberto Azevedo in a tweet, while congratulating Donald Trump on his election victory. "It's clear many [...]
Why the US Supreme Court could be in for a change from Trump November 9, 2016 Donald Trump's election could not only change the political landscape of the US, but the legal layout too. The country's Presidents are responsible for nominating new justices to Supreme Court whenever there happens to be a free slot going. Following the passing of Antonin Scalia in February, there's currently a seat that needs to be filled. The [...]
Margaret Beckett could not contain her disappointment when reflecting on the Trump result November 9, 2016 One last British foreign secretaries to deal with a Republican administration today launched an uncharacteristic tirade against Donald Trump, Boris Johnson and the American people. The usually understated Margaret Beckett, who held a number of cabinet positions as part Tony Blair's government, was unable to hide her feelings when speaking on BBC radio this lunchtime. Read more: Theresa [...]
Reducing taxes, ending trade deals, squaring up to China and blocking mega-deals: Do Donald Trump’s policies add up? November 9, 2016 Casual observers of the US presidential election campaign may be surprised to learn that Donald Trump’s policy plans extend beyond building a wall across the Mexican border and banning Muslim people from entering the US. In fact, the Republican has set out plans for change across 15 policy areas, including foreign policy, national defence, infrastructure, cybersecurity and regulations. [...]
Sadiq Khan wants Donald Trump to do everything in his power to unite America November 9, 2016 Sadiq Khan has called on Donald Trump to "do everything in his power" to unite America after a highly divisive US election campaign. The Mayor of London said the President-elect has "clearly won" the contest, but warned that "emotions are understandably running high". It’s no secret that I’m no fan of Donald Trump or the way [...]
Is this the official death of political polling? Predictions had Hillary Clinton to win November 9, 2016 Donald Trump's victory has delivered a fatal blow to pollsters, whom will now have their maths, models and methods heavily scrutinised until they can figure out exactly what went wrong. National polls were giving Hillary Clinton the edge last night as America went to the polls. But within hours, the chance of a victory for [...]