Keir Starmer defends the UK-US relationship while pushing back against Sadiq Khan’s comments about Trump being a ‘fascist’
With Trump’s inauguration just around the corner, Sadiq Khan stirred the pot by suggesting Trump was a “fascist.” This didn’t sit well with No10, which quickly pushed back against Khan’s comments.
Starmer emphasized the importance of the UK-US relationship, saying it’s built on a solid foundation. He expressed hope that this partnership would grow stronger as they face global challenges together.
Khan’s remarks about the rise of the far-right were seen as risky, especially with Trump taking office soon. Cabinet Minister Darren Jones made it clear that the government doesn’t share Khan’s views.
Shadow Foreign Secretary Dame Priti Patel also chimed in, saying it’s inappropriate for foreign politicians to disrespect the incoming president. Meanwhile, there were rumors about potential issues with Starmer’s choice for US Ambassador, but those were dismissed.
It’s a tense time, and the political landscape is shifting rapidly.