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Trump Blasts Starmer's Policies as 'Stupid' in Private Lunch, Aide Reveals
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News18•27-09-2026, 17:26
Trump Blasts Starmer's Policies as 'Stupid' in Private Lunch, Aide Reveals
- •Donald Trump reportedly told then-British Prime Minister Keir Starmer his policies were ‘so stupid’ and urged him to close borders during a private lunch.
- •Former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, who was present, revealed the account on Sean Hannity’s podcast.
- •Trump allegedly criticized Starmer’s immigration policies, stating, ‘You need to close your borders. You need to deport these people you have in your country.’
- •Leavitt claimed Trump told Starmer that the British people ‘hate what you’re doing,’ leaving Starmer silent.
- •The exact location of the lunch is uncertain, with reports placing it at Windsor Castle, Starmer’s residence, or Chequers.
Key Questions Answered
During a private lunch in September 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump criticized British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's policies as "so stupid," urging him to close the country's borders and deport individuals.
There is uncertainty surrounding the exact location of the private lunch, with accounts pointing to Windsor Castle, Chequers (the prime minister's country residence), or Starmer's official residence.
The strained relationship between Trump and Starmer centered heavily on disagreements regarding immigration policies, energy policy, and the UK's position and response concerning the conflict involving Iran.
