Trump Calls London Mayor 'Nasty,' Starmer Defends During Scotland Meeting

US President Donald Trump reignited his long-standing feud with London Mayor Sadiq Khan during a joint press conference with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland, calling Khan "a nasty person" who has "done a terrible job." Despite Trump's repeated criticisms, Starmer defended Khan as "a friend of mine." Trump confirmed he will visit London during his upcoming state visit in September but emphasized his dislike for Khan. The tension between Trump and Khan dates back to 2015 over issues including Trump's Muslim travel ban and escalated during Trump's previous UK visits, where Khan allowed anti-Trump protests. Khan has suggested Trump's animosity towards him stems from racial and religious bias. A spokesperson for Khan expressed delight at Trump's planned visit, highlighting London's diversity as a strength.