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Matias Civita

Trump Labels UK's Potential Next PM Andy Burnham 'Extremely Liberal' as Labour Leadership Transition Takes Shape

President Donald Trump has weighed in for the first time on Britain's likely next prime minister, describing Labour leader-in-waiting Andy Burnham as "extremely liberal." (Credit: Darren Staples/AFP via Getty Images)

President Donald Trump has weighed in for the first time on Britain's likely next prime minister, describing Labour leader-in-waiting Andy Burnham as "extremely liberal" and suggesting their differences over energy policy could complicate relations between Washington and London.

Speaking at the White House alongside NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Wednesday, Trump said he knew little about Burnham personally but immediately linked the British politician to the party's stance on climate and energy.

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