Swinney ‘has no plans’ to meet Trump during US visit for World Cup

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Scottish First Minister John Swinney has announced that he will not be meeting with Donald Trump during his upcoming visit to the United States for the World Cup. This trip marks Scotland's first World Cup appearance in 28 years, with their opening match scheduled against Haiti. Despite previously having a good relationship with Trump, Swinney confirmed there has been no dialogue regarding a meeting during this visit.

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▪John Swinney will not seek a meeting with Donald Trump during his US trip for the World Cup.
▪Scotland's men's national team is participating in the World Cup for the first time in 28 years.
▪Swinney has previously met Trump multiple times, including discussions about Scotch whisky tariffs.

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