Trump Brands London Mayor Nasty, Starmer Defends Amid UK Tensions

During a press conference in Scotland, US President Donald Trump criticized London Mayor Sadiq Khan as a "nasty person" and said he had done a terrible job, despite confirming he would visit London during his upcoming state visit in September. UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, present at the meeting, awkwardly defended Khan by stating he was a friend of his. This incident highlights the ongoing feud between Trump and Khan, which began in 2016 and includes past insults and political disagreements, such as Khan allowing a large inflatable 'Trump baby' blimp to fly during Trump's 2019 visit. Khan's office responded positively to Trump's visit plans, emphasizing London's diversity and the city's appeal to Americans seeking British citizenship. Meanwhile, Starmer's defense of Khan reflects political alliances despite Trump's blunt criticisms, underscoring tensions within UK political circles. The state visit will be held at Windsor Castle due to renovations at Buckingham Palace.