US President Donald Trump arrived in London earlier this week for a second state visit. As widely expected, Trump was greeted with a lukewarm response by most Londoners who vowed to protest against the visit. In a clear rebuke, they trolled him with large balloons depicting his image along with various illuminated projections including a cap depicting USS John McCain at Madame Tussauds, and former president Barack Obama’s high approval ratings at the Tower of London. Trump’s visit is being considered as pivotal for British-American ties at a time when the deadlock on Brexit persists. British Prime Minister Theresa May is already on her way out later this week owing to her to failure in implementing a timely Brexit. Former foreign secretary Boris Johnson is being considered the most favourite amongst a number of Tories contenders to replace her. Trump has already held a brief meeting with Johnson which signifies his prominence. However, Trump’s views on Brexit have caused quite a stir in British politics since he officially backs the far-right’s aspirations in leaving the European Union (EU). Interestingly, such views are in stark contrast with the neo-liberal and globalist policies largely sustained since the end of the Second World War. By backing Brexit and Johnson, he essentially wishes to sign trade deals with the British that would be heavily inclined towards American interests. Reportedly, the National Health Services (NHS), a hallmark of the Labour party, would be on the table. This means that British healthcare may follow the footsteps of its American counterpart through potential privatisation that would keep basic medical facilities way out of reach of the general public. Coming back to the visit, the joint press conference with May was nothing short of buttering up in the context of Brexit. Similarly, the verbal attack on Sadiq Khan–the Mayor of London– was nothing short of bigotry. It implies that Trump isn’t serious about political cohesion and harmony and rather wishes to stir the fire of hatred. From his point of view, the visit might be successful but for most part, it’s a failure considering how Khan and Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn chose not to attend the state banquet. Foreign head of states should be impartial in their dealings but sadly, this is not the case here. While a decision on Brexit awaits, it is hoped that Trump reconsiders his isolationist policies that are unlikely to recede anytime soon. *