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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
David Maddox

Starmer and Trump’s ‘special relationship’ could unravel over these divisive issues

As Donald Trump bids farewell to King Charles on Thursday morning after what the US president clearly considered to be a successful state trip, all eyes turned to the political arena where the UK-US “special relationship” will truly be put to the test.

For Keir Starmer, his mini summit with President Trump at Chequers carries enormous significance – not just for his foreign policy but also his own standing at home, given that Labour MPs are openly questioning whether he should continue as PM.

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