Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.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 inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleUS president Donald Trump declared on Truth Social that Sir Keir Starmer "will resign" as the UK prime minister, wishing him well in his post. Trump accused Sir Keir of "failing badly" on two critical issues: immigration and energy, specifically advocating for "Open North Sea oil!". This statement from Trump comes amidst increasing pressure on Sir Keir to establish a resignation timetable following Andy Burnham's recent by-election win. Business Secretary Peter Kyle stated that Sir Keir is contemplating the "political realities" he now faces, though he dismissed speculation about an immediate resignation plan. Downing Street confirmed that Sir Keir's stance remains consistent with his earlier declaration that he will not "walk away" from his position and intends to participate in any potential leadership contest.In fullTrump says Starmer will resign after ‘failing badly on immigration and energy’Thank 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

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will step down after what he described as major failures on migration and energy. Trump’s…

The prime minister has not officially announced his departure, but has been rumored to be planning his resignation next week.

US President Donald Trump has predicted British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's resignation, citing immigration and energy policy failures. Starmer faces intense pressure following…

US president Donald Trump made a bold claim stating that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will resign and then took a jab saying "he failed badly".