Unlike needy Keir, trash-talking Andy speaks a language Trump understands | John Crace
Summary
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to meet U.S. President Donald Trump at the upcoming United Nations gathering without apologizing for his past criticisms of Trump. Burnham intends to have a polite but practical relationship focused on UK interests rather than flattery or close friendship. This approach contrasts with Labour leader Keir Starmer’s earlier efforts to win Trump’s favor, which were met with criticism from Trump.Key Facts
- Andy Burnham, now UK prime minister, previously said Trump was not welcome in Manchester.
- Burnham will likely meet President Trump at the UN general assembly in New York.
- Burnham does not plan to apologize for past negative comments about Trump.
- Burnham will maintain a polite but pragmatic relationship with Trump, focusing on UK interests.
- Labour leader Keir Starmer had tried to flatter Trump with a second state visit invitation.
- Trump responded with criticism and stopped showing friendliness to Starmer.
- The article suggests Trump respects pragmatic equals more than people who flatter him.
- Burnham plans to avoid close personal friendship and stay focused on official matters during meetings.
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