Karoline Leavitt on Keir Starmer:
We were in the UK, enjoying lunch with Keir Starmer, when Trump suddenly started ripping into him over his policies. Trump said: “Your policies here are so stupid. You need to close your borders. You…
Assessment
A firsthand account from a Trump aide describes a private lunch with Keir Starmer that turned confrontational. Trump reportedly attacked the UK prime minister's border and deportation policies directly. The incident suggests Trump is willing to pressure allied leaders in personal settings, not just public statements. Watch for whether Starmer responds or adjusts policy to avoid further friction.