United States President Donald Trump has claimed that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will resign as pressure continues to build within the ruling Labour Party over his leadership.
Trump made the remark on Sunday in a post on his Truth Social platform, where he criticised Starmer’s handling of immigration and energy policy.
“Keir Starmer will resign as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom,” Trump wrote.
He added that the Labour leader had “failed badly” on immigration and energy issues, particularly over restrictions on North Sea oil production.
The comments come as speculation grows over Starmer’s political future following mounting criticism from within his party and reports of increasing support for former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham.
According to British media reports, Labour officials have intensified discussions about the party’s leadership after Burnham’s recent parliamentary election victory, which has reignited debate over Labour’s direction ahead of future elections.
There are indications that Starmer could announce a timetable for his departure as early as Monday, although no official decision has been made.
Business Secretary Peter Kyle acknowledged that political events had moved rapidly in recent days, while reports suggest senior Labour figures are privately urging the prime minister to consider an orderly transition.
Despite the growing pressure, Starmer has repeatedly insisted he intends to remain in office and would contest any leadership challenge.
The uncertainty has also triggered speculation about the composition of a possible Burnham-led government. One key question is who would become Chancellor if Burnham succeeds Starmer.
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband and Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood have both been mentioned as possible contenders for the role, although reports indicate Mahmood is expected to remain Home Secretary.
Some Labour lawmakers are reportedly uneasy about the prospect of Miliband becoming Chancellor, fearing it could push the party further to the left.
Starmer became Prime Minister on July 5, 2024, after leading Labour to a landslide election victory. He has served as Labour leader since 2020 and has represented Holborn and St Pancras in Parliament since 2015.
For now, Downing Street has not issued any official response to Trump’s claim, leaving questions over Starmer’s future unanswered.
