The Story JD Vance comes to the Cotswolds
Aug 14, 2025
Josh Glancy, Associate Editor of The Sunday Times, dives into JD Vance's intriguing visit to the Cotswolds, where leisure seamlessly intertwines with political strategy. They discuss Vance's meetings with notable British politicians, revealing insights into future US-UK relations. Tensions arise in the village with the vice presidential motorcade, showcasing the local frustrations and complexities of political visits. The conversation also satirizes UK's socio-political landscape, particularly around immigration and populism, highlighting evolving transatlantic ties.
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Local Backlash In Dean
- Vance's motorcade caused local disruption in Dean, provoking nimby complaints and police roadblocks.
- Locals criticised perceived hypocrisy of someone who has criticised the UK yet holidayed there.
Civilisational Frame Drives Policy Views
- Vance sees Britain and Europe as the source of Western civilisation and cares about cultural continuity.
- His rhetoric on migration and 'woke' institutions stems from that civilisational viewpoint.
Chevening: Scones, Fishing And Statecraft
- Vance met UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy at Chevening for both family time and serious talks.
- They attended a private mass, shared cinnamon buns, and discussed Ukraine, the Middle East and AI.