News World US News Trump lifts tariffs on UK whiskey to toast departing King Charles  The visit, officially linked to the upcoming anniversary celebrations, also comes at a time when relations between Washington and some European allies. 2 min read May 1, 2026 05:31 AM IST First published on: May 1, 2026 at 05:09 AM IST President Donald Trump signs an executive order regarding federal contracting in the Oval Office of the White House. (Photo: AP) US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he would remove tariffs on whisky imports from the United Kingdom, describing the step as a gesture to King Charles III at the end of a state visit marking the lead-up to the 250th anniversary of US independence. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said tariffs and restrictions affecting Scotland’s ability to work with Kentucky on whisky and bourbon production would be lifted. “In honor of the King and Queen of the United Kingdom,” he wrote.…