Britons Fear Trump More Than Terrorist Groups: Only Russia Ranks Higher

British public opinion is shifting in a time of global uncertainty and political unpredictability.

A new UK survey has sparked debate on both sides of the Atlantic, as nearly a quarter of Britons consider former U.S. President Donald Trump a greater threat to national security than terrorist organizations.

The findings, published by the Good Growth Foundation and reported by Politico, place Trump just behind Russia as the top perceived danger to Britain.

The results offer a stark insight into how British public opinion is shifting in a time of global uncertainty and political unpredictability.

Second-Highest Threat to UK Security

According to the survey, 24% of respondents said Trump posed the biggest threat to the UK’s national interests, surpassing even terrorist groups, which came in at 22%.

Only Russia ranked higher, with 34% of respondents identifying it as the top threat.

Deep Distrust in Trump’s Foreign Policy

Nearly half of British respondents (47%) said they believe Trump’s decisions would negatively impact the UK economy.

Additionally, 45% expressed concern that his return to power would directly harm the UK’s safety and security, underlining a profound distrust in his approach to international affairs.

Farage’s Trump Ties Also Raise Red Flags

The survey also captured public unease about Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and his close alignment with Trump.

Nearly 30% of voters described Farage’s friendship with the former U.S. president as one of the worst things about his political platform.

Britons Brace for Trump’s Next State Visit

Trump has never been especially popular in the UK, and anticipation of his second state visit is already stirring resistance.

Previous visits sparked widespread protests, and signs point to more of the same should he return to British soil.

Starmer Walks a Diplomatic Tightrope

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been firm in stating that the UK won’t be forced to “choose” between the U.S. and the EU.

As geopolitical dynamics shift, his government is attempting to balance strong transatlantic ties with deeper integration in Europe.

UK–U.S. Trade Deal in the Works

Despite the criticism surrounding Trump, the current U.S. administration is pushing ahead with a new trade agreement with the UK.

The deal is expected to be announced soon and may help temper some of the economic concerns raised in the poll.

Public Leans Toward Europe Over U.S. in Crisis Scenario

In a hypothetical scenario where the UK had to align either with the EU or the U.S. against “unpredictable partners,” a full 62% of Britons said they would back stronger ties with Europe.

This suggests a growing divergence from the traditional “special relationship” with Washington.