Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestylePresident Donald Trump endorsed new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, wishing him "good luck and godspeed" and pledging U.S. support. The endorsement followed a phone call between Trump and Burnham shortly after Burnham took office, which Trump detailed on his Truth Social platform. Trump's backing signals a potential fresh start in transatlantic relations, contrasting with his previous description of Burnham as "extremely liberal." Burnham's reported openness to new North Sea oil and gas drilling, a policy championed by Trump, appears to have influenced the positive reception. During their call, Trump and Burnham discussed North Sea oil, trade, military alliances and the demining of the Hormuz Strait, agreeing to maintain close contact. In fullTrump pledges US support to Burnham as he becomes UK prime ministerMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in