Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

UK Lawmakers Move to Block Trump’s Parliament Address

4/21/2025

49 8

Summary

Story summary

UK MPs and peers are rallying to block Donald Trump from addressing Parliament during his upcoming state visit. They cite his disrespectful remarks about the UK and his reluctance to denounce Russia's aggression in Ukraine. This latest push underscores the persistent strains in UK-US relations, echoing past efforts to prevent his address during his first term.

1 of 1

Story summary

UK MPs and peers are rallying to block Donald Trump from addressing Parliament during his upcoming state visit. They cite his disrespectful remarks about the UK and his reluctance to denounce Russia's aggression in Ukraine. This latest push underscores the persistent strains in UK-US relations, echoing past efforts to prevent his address during his first term.