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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
George Thompson and David Lynch

Burnham defends calling American politics ‘poisonous’ ahead of US trip

United States Donald Trump Andy Burnham
  • Prime Minister Andy Burnham has stated he expects to find common ground with US President Donald Trump despite past criticisms exchanged between both figures.
  • Burnham defended his candid approach, noting that while politicians make statements, finding connections in the public interest remains his priority.
  • The Prime Minister is preparing for his first official US visit in September as part of a European delegation lobbying for Ukraine's defence.
  • Donald Trump previously stated he expects a very good relationship with the Prime Minister, despite describing Britain as a bankrupt country.
  • Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband similarly dismissed concerns over past criticisms of Trump, describing recent talks at the US State Department as very productive.

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Burnham defends past remarks about Trump after branding US politics ‘poisonous’

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