This is a real worry. Of course there might be another president after Trump who isn’t so erratic and hostile to European allies/UK. But there are a couple of years left of this administration and a lot can go wrong in that time, also how long will it take to undo the damage he has done.
Raising taxes to put more into defence will not be popular but then neither is leaving our country without the wherewithal to stand its own ground if Russia is a threat. Certainly we need much closer ties with Europe possibly other countries that can supply cheaper arms for certain concessions.
Good Morning Wednesday 19th August2026


