US President Donald Trump has predicted that Sir Keir Starmer will resign as Prime Minister, posting on his Truth Social platform that Starmer "failed badly" on immigration and energy policy. Trump wrote: "Keir Starmer will resign as Prime Minister of The United Kingdom. He failed badly on two very important subjects – IMMIGRATION AND ENERGY (OPEN NORTH SEA OIL!). I wish him well! President DJT."
Starmer's Weekend of Reflection
The Prime Minister is spending the weekend considering whether to fight or step down amid mounting calls for him to set out a timetable for his departure. Labour sources expect Starmer to announce his resignation plan on Monday, potentially staying on until September before handing over to newly-elected MP Andy Burnham.
Strained US-UK Relations
Trump's comments come as the relationship between the two leaders has soured significantly in recent months. The pair have not spoken since the G7 summit in France earlier this week, where Starmer insisted they "get on really well" despite not holding a one-on-one meeting. Tensions have simmered over Starmer's refusal to allow US forces to use RAF bases in initial attacks against Iran, and Trump has repeatedly urged the UK to open the North Sea for oil instead of using wind turbines.
Other Points of Conflict
Last week, Starmer announced a social media ban for under-16s, a move opposed by Trump's pro-tech administration. Additionally, recent interventions from Trump administration figures linked to the murder of student Henry Nowak prompted No 10 to criticise those seeking to "interfere in our democracy."
