European Union’s new debt crisis and Brexit in the news

Brexit, Trump, and the Global Push for Sovereignty

We’ve been in London for over a week now, and the battle over independence here is just as heated as it is in the United States. With Trump axing trade deals like TPP and cracking down on immigration laws, the UK and other parts of Europe are following suit with their own reforms.

I’ve spent time interviewing locals and keeping up with the papers, and one thing is clear—Brexit is just as divisive here as Trump’s immigration policies are in the U.S. Since arriving on the day of the first vote on Article 50, I’ve been watching the latest developments unfold as the UK takes steps to leave the European Union.

The Brexit Divide: Uncertainty and Anxiety

The UK has been part of the EU since 1973, and breaking away has sparked chaos and uncertainty. While EU membership allowed Europeans to move freely in and out of the UK, Brexit has left many wondering how non-citizens will be treated once the exit is finalized. The lack of a solid plan has UK residents anxious about the future.

A hot-button issue in Parliament right now is health tourism, where people from around the world exploit the UK’s NHS (National Healthcare System). Parliament recently issued a statement:

“From April, NHS hospitals will be obliged to charge upfront for non-emergency treatment if the patient is not eligible for free care.”

This is a major step toward returning the NHS to what it was originally meant to be—a healthcare system for British citizens. The move echoes debates in the U.S., where politicians have fought for years to curb healthcare benefits for non-citizens. This issue played a significant role in Trump’s election, despite his controversy.

The Cost of Social Services: UK vs. USA

The numbers tell a striking story. In 2013, the UK’s health tourism costs were estimated between £110 million and £280 million annually. Meanwhile, in the U.S., the estimated annual cost of illegal immigrant welfare and benefits ranged from $54 billion to $113 billion. The disparity is staggering and fuels ongoing political battles in both countries.

Europe’s Financial Crisis Continues

  • Greek Debt Crisis: Despite years of attempted fixes, Greece’s economic collapse is far from over. Many experts predict Greece could be expelled from the EU due to unsustainable debt, much of which is blamed on unchecked social spending and immigration policies.
  • French Presidential Race: Marine Le Pen, a leading candidate, has praised Trump for ‘keeping his promises’ and vows to make France ‘free again’. Her campaign mirrors Brexit’s nationalist momentum and pushes for similar reforms in France.

The Media’s War on Reality

Before coming to the UK, I read endless reports claiming Europe was overwhelmingly anti-Trump and hostile toward U.S. policies. That’s just not true. After talking to people on the ground, it’s clear that European sentiment toward Trump and Brexit is far more complex than the American mainstream media lets on.

This is just another reason why I steer clear of mainstream media—their fake news machine is out of control.

Brexit and Trump’s election aren’t just political anomalies. They are part of a much larger, global movement rejecting globalist policies that fail to serve their citizens. Whether you agree with these movements or not, one thing is certain: the fight for national sovereignty is far from over.

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