US President Donald Trump has weighed in on the future of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, claiming that he will resign. This comes amid widespread speculation that the UK leader could set out a timeline for his departure as soon as Monday.
Trump’s Statement
Trump made the statement in a post on Truth Social, criticizing Starmer’s handling of immigration and energy policies. He specifically mentioned the UK’s freeze on new oil and gas exploration licenses in the North Sea, which he has repeatedly urged the British government to reverse.
A Downing Street spokesperson responded to Trump’s claim by directing attention to Starmer’s recent statement, where he expressed his focus on serving his country and doing what he was elected to do.
Speculation and Reaction
UK media is widely reporting that Starmer will stand down on Monday, with support swinging behind Andy Burnham, the outgoing Manchester mayor who recently won a by-election. British Business Secretary Peter Kyle stated that Starmer is reflecting on political realities and will do what is in the best interests of the country.
Original reporting: KTVZ (Central Oregon) — read the source article.