After Donald Trump’s victory in the US election, comments made by UK foreign secretary David Lammy six years ago have resurfaced. Lammy had referred to Trump as a “neo-Nazi sympathising sociopath” in an article written in 2018. Sean Spicer, Trump’s former press secretary, warned that Trump would not forget these comments.
In response to Trump’s win, Sir Keir Starmer congratulated the president-elect on his historic victory, with Downing Street indicating that the UK would welcome a visit from Trump. Cabinet office minister Pat McFadden stated that Lammy’s past comments would not interfere with the important alliance between the UK and US.
Nigel Farage, a known supporter of Trump, offered to help the Labour government establish a good relationship with the Trump administration. However, cabinet officer minister Pat McFadden responded by stating that the UK would maintain its own relationships.
In other news, MP Mike Amesbury has been charged with assault after an incident in his constituency, and the Bank of England has cut interest rates to 4.75%. Additionally, former defence secretary Sir John Nott has passed away at the age of 92.
As European leaders react to Trump’s election victory, concerns about Trump’s protectionist economic policies have been raised. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stressed the importance of the transatlantic partnership, while leaders like Emmanuel Macron and Olaf Scholz expressed their desire for continued close ties with the US.
The UK has announced 56 new sanctions against Russia, targeting the supply of goods to Russia’s military. Foreign secretary David Lammy emphasized the UK’s commitment to combatting Russian malign activity globally.
Keir Starmer expressed his readiness to work with Trump following a phone call to congratulate him on his victory. However, Labour has faced criticism over comments made about Trump in the past, with shadow chancellor Mel Stride highlighting the delicate position the government is in with Trump’s administration.
Overall, the aftermath of Trump’s election victory has sparked various reactions and discussions both within the UK and across Europe. The future relationship between the UK and the US remains a topic of interest and importance.
