Media report: Trump plans to snub UK Prime Minister
Keir Starmer is facing opposition after Donald Trump allegedly accused the Labour Party of interfering in the US elections, according to sources. Read Full Article at RT.com
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Keir Starmer is deemed “irrelevant” and “not a priority” by sources within the inner circle of incoming US President Donald Trump, according to The Mail on Sunday.
The publication reports that Trump may sideline British Prime Minister Starmer, potentially placing him “at the back of the queue” among world leaders invited to Washington. This assertion follows accusations from Trump's team regarding Labour Party interference in the US presidential elections.
Advisers to Trump are reportedly contemplating ways to snub Starmer, including rejecting Lord Mandelson’s candidacy for UK ambassador to the US due to his perceived connections to China. The newspaper claims that Starmer will “have to eat humble pie” to secure a White House meeting.
Some of Trump's allies are said to consider Nigel Farage as a possible successor to Starmer, describing this move as “revenge” for Labour’s actions. Farage is anticipated to attend Trump's inauguration on Monday, alongside former British prime ministers Liz Truss and Boris Johnson.
During the 2024 US presidential campaign, Labour's director of operations, Sofia Patel, urged party staff to support Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in crucial swing states. Reports indicate that nearly 100 Labour staff members campaigned for the Democrat in the US. In response to these actions, Trump's allies have filed a formal complaint with the Federal Election Commission, alleging foreign interference.
A source connected to Trump criticized Labour's behavior as “election interference, plain and simple,” stating, “Who the f*** do these people think they are? Trump’s view is that it’s none of their business what is going on here, and they should have kept out.” The source noted that Labour's efforts left “a nasty taste in the mouth” for Trump and his team.
Another insider mentioned that the incoming president has solid UK connections and prefers to engage through unconventional methods, which “suits him just fine.” They characterized Starmer as “irrelevant” and suggested that while a meeting may occur eventually, “the optics are more important” to the UK prime minister than to Trump.
A source from Downing Street downplayed the tensions, asserting that “neither Sir Keir nor No. 10 is overly stressing about when he gets out there.” Government insiders indicated that “constructive” talks are underway with Trump's team to organize a visit for Starmer to Washington. The prime minister has emphasized to the Financial Times his commitment to fostering a “constructive” relationship with Trump, expressing optimism that this approach could protect the UK from potential punitive trade tariffs.
As Trump prepares for his inauguration on Monday, he is reportedly considering a second state visit to the UK. Insiders suggest he may bypass the British government by appealing directly to the Royal Family, which, if granted, would mark Trump as the first elected politician in modern history to receive two state visits, following his trip in 2019 hosted by the late Queen.
James del Carmen for TROIB News
The publication reports that Trump may sideline British Prime Minister Starmer, potentially placing him “at the back of the queue” among world leaders invited to Washington. This assertion follows accusations from Trump's team regarding Labour Party interference in the US presidential elections.
Advisers to Trump are reportedly contemplating ways to snub Starmer, including rejecting Lord Mandelson’s candidacy for UK ambassador to the US due to his perceived connections to China. The newspaper claims that Starmer will “have to eat humble pie” to secure a White House meeting.
Some of Trump's allies are said to consider Nigel Farage as a possible successor to Starmer, describing this move as “revenge” for Labour’s actions. Farage is anticipated to attend Trump's inauguration on Monday, alongside former British prime ministers Liz Truss and Boris Johnson.
During the 2024 US presidential campaign, Labour's director of operations, Sofia Patel, urged party staff to support Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in crucial swing states. Reports indicate that nearly 100 Labour staff members campaigned for the Democrat in the US. In response to these actions, Trump's allies have filed a formal complaint with the Federal Election Commission, alleging foreign interference.
A source connected to Trump criticized Labour's behavior as “election interference, plain and simple,” stating, “Who the f*** do these people think they are? Trump’s view is that it’s none of their business what is going on here, and they should have kept out.” The source noted that Labour's efforts left “a nasty taste in the mouth” for Trump and his team.
Another insider mentioned that the incoming president has solid UK connections and prefers to engage through unconventional methods, which “suits him just fine.” They characterized Starmer as “irrelevant” and suggested that while a meeting may occur eventually, “the optics are more important” to the UK prime minister than to Trump.
A source from Downing Street downplayed the tensions, asserting that “neither Sir Keir nor No. 10 is overly stressing about when he gets out there.” Government insiders indicated that “constructive” talks are underway with Trump's team to organize a visit for Starmer to Washington. The prime minister has emphasized to the Financial Times his commitment to fostering a “constructive” relationship with Trump, expressing optimism that this approach could protect the UK from potential punitive trade tariffs.
As Trump prepares for his inauguration on Monday, he is reportedly considering a second state visit to the UK. Insiders suggest he may bypass the British government by appealing directly to the Royal Family, which, if granted, would mark Trump as the first elected politician in modern history to receive two state visits, following his trip in 2019 hosted by the late Queen.
James del Carmen for TROIB News
