Eric Trump attacks Scottish politicians for debate on family's golf courses

[Judi Lynn]

Source: Guardian

Scottish Greens want investigation of Trump finances

Trump Organization owns two courses in Scotland

Ewan Murray
@mrewanmurray
Tue 2 Feb 2021 16.08 EST

On the eve of a parliamentary vote on whether an investigation should be ordered into the financing of Donald Trump’s Scottish golf resorts, the former US president’s son has castigated politicians for “advancing their personal agendas”. Eric Trump issued the bulletin as the Scottish parliament prepares to host a debate called by Patrick Harvie, the co-leader of the Scottish Greens. The Trump Organization’s executive vice-president also described Harvie as a “national embarrassment”.

Harvie is urging the first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, to seek an unexplained wealth order (UWO) in relation to Trump International, a course in Aberdeenshire, and the famous Turnberry resort in Ayrshire. If granted via courts, a UWO compels businesses or individuals to detail the source of their wealth.

“The Scottish government has tried to avoid the question of investigating Donald Trump’s wealth for far too long,” Harvie told The Scotsman. “There are serious concerns about how he financed the cash purchases of his Scottish golf courses, but no investigation has ever taken place. That’s why I’m bringing this vote to parliament. The government must seek an unexplained wealth order to shine a light on Trump’s shadowy dealings.”

On Tuesday, Eric Trump hit back. “Patrick Harvie is nothing more than a national embarrassment with his pathetic antics that only serve himself and his political agenda,” he said. “If Harvie and the rest of the Scottish government continue to treat overseas investors like this, it will deter future investors from conducting business in Scotland, ultimately crushing their economy, tourism and hospitality industries.”

Read more: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2021/feb/02/trump-organization-finances-scottish-golf-courses-turnberry

[napi21]

1. Somehow I doubt anyone in the parliament is going to pay any attention to that young JA! He must

think he should be heard because of his name. HA! Doesn't work that way idiot!

[Cracklin Charlie]

16. Why would he disrespect the politician on the eve of the vote?

Not too bright.

[Cha]

66. Because it's eric gd trump of the

GD trumps.

[sarcasmo]

2. Eric should be worried about the Trump Foundation grand jury.

[kristofarian]

49. after all the trumpf crime fambly's superspreader Nuremberg rallies

isn't it time for trumpf's Nuremberg Trial?

400,000 Dead.
and still counting

[Blue Owl]

3. Should really see a dentist with those inflamed gums

[ProfessorGAC]

4. Hey, He's Really Good At PR!

Calling them names before they vote on triggering an investigation is such a savvy move!

[Firestorm49]

11. I'd like to reply, but I'm laughing too hard! Good one, Professor.

[42bambi]

5. Yeah, yeah, the Scottish economy will crash if Trump is shut down - idiot.

[BigmanPigman]

6. Oooooh, I bet that really showed them, Eric.

I'm sure they're going to reconsider now.

[dchill]

7. Pretty sure they only want to "deter" TRUMPS...

... from conducting business in Scotland.

[Irish_Dem]

8. What countries would want Trump and his proud boy minions hanging around causing trouble.

Death, destruction, and injury.
Better bar them forever.

[mdbl]

9. Seriously

from one Irish Dem to another

[Irish_Dem]

13. So glad to meet you!

[mdbl]

19. you too!

[slightlv]

37. Can I get in here, too?

I'm third generation American. My Great-grandmother came over from Ireland on a boat. One generation less, and I -think- I could apply for citizenship (which I'd dearly love!). So, I think I can call myself an Irish Dem, too!

BTW, the pure Irish great-grandma married a 100% Amerindian. My grandma said when they got mad, you just got out of the way! (LOL)

[mdbl]

39. join in

nice to see ya welcome to DU

[mgardener]

50. Me too!

Grandmother born in Ireland
Father born in England, emigrated in 1925

[Irish_Dem]

67. Hi! If you have an Irish parent or grandparent, you can obtain Irish citizenship.

My grandparents were born and raised in Ireland and migrated to the US around 1915. My brother and some of our cousins have gone through the (easy) process and are Irish citizens with Irish passports. (Dual US and Irish citizens).

Welcome to DU!

[TomSlick]

10. What a brilliant idea!

Attacking the Scottish government when it is moving toward an investigation that would disinter a whole host of skeletons. Of course, everyone knows that a bunch of Scots cannot abide a fight.

Genius, I tell 'ya.

To the extent needed:

[Irish_Dem]

21. Attacking, threatening, insulting people who are investigating you seems like a winning strategy.

That good ole Trump charm in action.

[TomSlick]

23. It's OK though.

Everyone knows that Scots (and Irish) will go miles out of their way go avoid a fight.

[Irish_Dem]

26. Especially if they have had a few drinks.

[Marcuse]

40. It worked for Daddy with Mueller.

[Irish_Dem]

41. It's worked for Daddy quite a bit actually.

At least here in the US. Wonder how it will fly in Scotland.

[trueblue2007]

54. All the Trump "kids" are bullies. I hope Scotland hands the Trumps hardships

and fines them MILLIONS OF DOLLARS

[Irish_Dem]

55. That is the only way to get through to a Trump. Loss of money.

[monkeyman1]

12. "E. TRUMP - ARE YA SCARED NOW YOUR BRAND SUCK'S LARGE " -BYE

[demigoddess]

56. please, please, please, sucks does not have an apostrophe. it is a verb.

[BrightKnight]

14. LOL, Investigating Trump corruption is not going to deter any investment that they

would actually want. His ethics and business practices are obvious to anyone. His well documented connections are very troubling.

[AwakeAtLast]

15. Haha! It is apparent he doesn't watch Outlander

Scottish tourism will be just fine.

[chriscan64]

27. Probably doesn't watch Highlander either.

Scotland will be better off without them. I am certain they will still have golf, they just won't lose as much money.

[dhill926]

17. um Eric...that "national embarrassment" you mentioned...

is you. Ya putz....

[NellieStarbuck]

18. Yeah, that's pretty rich.

[treestar]

62. +1

I was sort of wondering why Eric Trump thinks he is qualified to determine who is a Scottish national embarrassment.

[Hekate]

20. Turnberry is hemorrhaging money & has little local business.What does Qusay think Scotland owes him?

The Scots seem to think what Trump is doing with his properties there is money laundering.

On the other hand, Dems in America owe the Scots a lot just for all the wonderful, colorful insults they hurled at Trump from the get-go.

[Takket]

22. i'm sure scotland is shaking in its boots that eric drumpf is mad at them lol

[BlueCanine]

25. Robin Williams on the Scottish game of Golf (NSFW)

Eric shouldn't screw with the Scots when it comes to the game of golf.

[Stuart G]

43. THANK YOU ...FOR POSTING THIS GREAT VIDEO...VERY FUNNY...

[Dem2theMax]

46. Laughed so hard, my sides hurt.

Thank you for posting this. And now I'm going to share it with a whole bunch of golfers!

[VA_Jill]

60. Perfect description of golf

Even better than George Carlin's, which I always thought was the pinnacle. And how have I never heard this one before? Gosh, I miss Robin.

[George II]

28. Who is Eric Trump to speak of "national embarrassment" after four years of his father?

[NRaleighLiberal]

29. is he the ugly one or stupid one?

[kristofarian]

52. yes

[oldsoftie]

30. Poor Eric. He tries SO hard to be like Daddy & Jr

[JohnnyRingo]

31. Oh yeah... Everybody else has an agenda.

Except the Trumps. They're just some down home folk who were shootin' up some food, when up from the ground came a bubblin' ...money. Lots of money. Don't ask where it came from.

[Solly Mack]

32. I've a strong suspicion that the Trump family does not prop up tourism in Scotland.

Snort.

[Jon King]

33. Destroy everything Trump...

The longer he is out of power, the weaker he will become, the stuff will start to pile up on that crime family. Civil cases, boycotts, banks pulling financing, criminal probes....the Trump house of cards will gradually fall.

[SleeplessinSoCal]

34. Eric is the one who brazenly said their money comes from Russia.

They absolutely need to clean house before the stench hurts the British Open.

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2021/feb/02/trump-organization-finances-scottish-golf-courses-turnberry

[NBachers]

35. "You treat us like this! After allll we've done for you!" Fuck off, haggis breath

[stillcool]

36. I've seen so many lovely articles today...

different investigations popping up here and there, left-over appointee's getting the heave-ho. Just lovely.

[Marie Marie]

38. They still don't get it - the world hates the Trumps (except Russia).

[Acornsouth]

42. Did Eric get his business degree and PR degree from Trump University?

[sakabatou]

44. Do the Trump's still think they have some sort of blanket immunity?

[Ford_Prefect]

45. WOW! Talk about bluffing on a weak hand...

[truthisfreedom]

47. I wonder what the best use for all of that land would be?

Something to bring in tourists... could the Scottish government simply take it over and operate public courses?

[jalan48]

48. Go Scottish Greens!

[SunSeeker]

51. Eric Trump is a national embarrassment. nt

[Eyeball_Kid]

53. This is Gumbo's use of "a good defense is a spritely offense."

or something of that nature.

The Scots must be frothing with laughter. Americans are so linguistically clumsy, they must be thinking. They likely want to NOT decide tomorrow, but rather to piss and moan some more just so Eric Trump can make more hilarious comments. He has to be seen as immensely entertaining.

The Scottish Parliament is going to have to agree to investigate Trumpy-Boy's wealth. They can't back down now. They'd embarrass themselves if they didn't investigate. To some of US citizens, Trump getting bested by the Scots is great fun. Can't wait.

[TeamPooka]

57. Follow the money Scotland.

[twodogsbarking]

59. If the glove don't fit

He got the money from Russia.

[flying_wahini]

61. I bet Scotland Yard is already on it.

[treestar]

63. Pathetic antics that serve only himself and his political agenda

Projection much?

[Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin]

64. Brilliant dumbass

You ain't in 'Merica so go bugger off ya twit.

[Paladin]

65. Blow it out your ass, Gums.

How does it feel, watching Daddy flush the family fortune down the golden toilet? I hope it's pure agony, for you and the rest of your half-witted crime family.