What has Britain's likely next prime minister said about Trump?
Summary
Andy Burnham, who is expected to become the next prime minister of Britain, has criticized President Donald Trump for causing global instability. Burnham has expressed concerns about polarized politics in the U.S. and has linked Trump to a rise in radical right-wing movements in both the U.K. and the U.S.Key Facts
- Current British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will resign following poor local election results and government resignations.
- Andy Burnham is likely to be chosen as the new leader of the Labour Party and Britain’s next prime minister.
- Burnham warned about the dangers of U.S.-style polarized and divisive politics during his campaign.
- He blamed Trump for contributing to political instability in the U.S. and worldwide.
- Burnham co-authored a 2024 book discussing how Trump and Nigel Farage connect with voters who feel ignored by mainstream politicians.
- He highlighted that a “radical Right” is growing in the U.K. and U.S., exploiting feelings of inequality and dissatisfaction.
- After the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot, Burnham said that any UK politician engaging with Trump should feel ashamed.
- The White House did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Burnham’s statements.
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