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In the wake of World War II, the “special relationship” between the United States and Britain has been extolled by politicians, but under President Donald Trump’s second administration, Britain is bracing for a functional relationship as diplomatic and economic defenses are strengthened for a turbulent new transatlantic era. British officials are navigating uncharted waters as Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims to visit Washington, with new ambassador Peter Mandelson replacing Karen Pierce to bolster ties with the Trump administration, while also leveraging the royal family to potentially deepen trade ties with the U.S. and navigate pressure to increase defense spending amidst evolving global dynamics.
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