Trump claims UK PM Starmer will resign as Labour pressure mounts
By Aboki Forex —
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer will resign. Trump cited growing political pressure over Starmer's handling of immigration and energy policy.
Trump made the remark in a post on Truth Social on Sunday, June 21. Speculation over Starmer's future has intensified after recent political developments within the ruling Labour Party.
Senior Labour figures are increasingly questioning Starmer's leadership. This follows a series of political setbacks and growing internal dissent. The Prime Minister's office has not officially reacted to Trump's claim.
What Trump is saying
Trump criticised Starmer's record in office. He suggested the Prime Minister's departure was imminent. 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!'
Trump's comments followed reports that Labour politicians have intensified pressure on the prime minister. Political rival Andy Burnham secured a parliamentary victory that reignited debate about the party's future direction.
More insights
British media reports indicate that discussions about Starmer's future have intensified within government circles. The BBC reported that signs are growing that Starmer could announce a timetable for his departure as early as Monday.
Several government insiders believe the prime minister is weighing options for an orderly transition. Business Secretary Peter Kyle acknowledged that political developments have moved rapidly over the past 48 hours.
Despite the speculation, Starmer has consistently maintained that he intends to remain in office and would resist any leadership challenge. The shift in sentiment among some Labour officials has fueled uncertainty over the party's leadership ahead of key political and policy decisions.
The uncertainty has also sparked debate over who could assume key positions in a potential new Labour administration led by Andy Burnham. One major question is who Burnham would appoint as Chancellor if he becomes Prime Minister.