London Mayor Sadiq Khan Rebukes Trump’s Islamophobia Claims at UN

US President Donald Trump reignited his long-standing feud with London Mayor Sadiq Khan during his speech at the United Nations, labeling Khan a "terrible mayor" and accusing London of wanting to implement Sharia law, claims which Khan strongly denied as baseless and bigoted. Khan responded by calling Trump "racist, sexist, misogynistic, and Islamophobic," emphasizing London's status as a liberal, multicultural, and successful city, and dismissing Trump's remarks as living "rent-free" in his head. Trump's speech also included critiques of the UN's asylum policies and warnings about illegal immigration in Europe. The exchanges between the two have a history, with Trump previously insulting Khan and Khan criticizing Trump's policies and rhetoric, including the 2015 Muslim travel ban proposal. UK officials and politicians, including Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer and other MPs, have condemned Trump's statements as misinformation and divisive rhetoric. Despite the ongoing hostility, Khan has maintained a focus on London's achievements and public safety, rejecting Trump's insults as distractions from more important issues.