UK PM says ties with Trump ‘good’ after US election ‘interference’ claims

UK Prime Minister on Wednesday dismissed claims of British interference in the upcoming U.S. election, while asserting that relations with former U.S. President Donald Trump remain strong, despite the controversy surrounding the allegations. The remarks come amid heightened scrutiny over reports that UK officials may have indirectly influenced the ongoing electoral process, leading to friction with key figures in Washington.
Speaking during a press conference at 10 Downing Street, the Prime Minister firmly denied any involvement by the British government in U.S. domestic political affairs. “The United Kingdom respects the sovereignty of the United States and does not interfere in the electoral processes of other countries,” he said. He also reiterated that such claims, which have emerged in U.S. media outlets in recent weeks, were “unsubstantiated and misleading.”
The allegations reportedly stem from leaked diplomatic cables suggesting that British diplomats had shared intelligence on U.S. voter sentiment with Republican candidates. These reports have raised concerns in the U.S. about possible foreign influence in what has already been a heated and divisive election campaign.
Donald Trump, who is running for the Republican nomination in 2024, had earlier expressed frustration over the perceived interference. In a social media post last week, Trump accused unnamed “foreign allies” of “meddling” in the election and hinted at possible repercussions if he were to return to the White House.
However, Trump appeared to temper his criticism during a recent interview, saying that he still valued the “special relationship” between the U.S. and the UK. “We’ve always had good relations with our friends across the Atlantic, and I expect that will continue,” Trump said, adding that he had spoken with the Prime Minister in recent days to clear the air.
Addressing Trump’s statements directly, the UK Prime Minister sought to reassure the public that bilateral ties remain robust. “I’ve always had a good working relationship with President Trump, and that continues today,” he remarked, while emphasizing the importance of the historic alliance between the two nations. The Prime Minister’s office confirmed that a phone call had taken place between the two leaders, but declined to comment on the specifics of the conversation.
The British leader also noted that while there may be disagreements or misunderstandings between the two countries from time to time, they are usually resolved diplomatically. “We’ve always been able to have candid discussions with our American counterparts, and I expect that tradition will continue, regardless of who occupies the White House,” he added.
As the U.S. election approaches, both the UK government and Trump’s campaign team are likely to seek ways to mitigate any diplomatic fallout from the current controversy. Analysts suggest that while the allegations may have sparked a brief diplomatic row, both sides are eager to avoid further deterioration in relations, particularly given the broader geopolitical challenges both nations face.
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