Up in the Air
With an upcoming U.S. election in November and uncertainty about whether the U.K. will get a deal or no-deal Brexit, a lot remains uncertain about U.S.-U.K. ties. Much could depend on the deal the U.K. and EU are able to reach if any.
The personal and currently cordial relationship between Johnson and Trump may provide political momentum for a future trade deal, but like complex situations, the devil remains in the details, as both sides will seek to maximize their national economic interests.