Trump says Starmer will resign
Keir Starmer is reportedly preparing to step down from his role as leader, with Donald Trump mentioning the claim on Truth Social over the weekend. The situation follows a sequence of internal issues, including changes in policy, controversies, and a decline in trust among party figures. According to The Observer, Starmer is expected to present a plan for his departure in a speech on Monday, which could mark the end of his short time as Labour’s leader.
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Reports from inside the party suggest that Starmer’s position is no longer viable due to a series of setbacks. Cabinet ministers, Number 10 advisers, and senior members reportedly informed him that his leadership is unsustainable. His leadership has faced criticism regarding immigration policies, energy strategy, and a controversial choice to resume North Sea oil exploration. Trump’s comment on Sunday added to the pressure, though it remains unclear whether the U.S. president’s influence affects the UK’s political situation.
Peter Kyle, the business secretary and a close associate of Starmer, avoided confirming or denying the resignation rumors during interviews Sunday. “I don’t know what will happen in the days ahead,” Kyle said. “We will find a way to ensure the Labour Party puts the country’s interests first, regardless of what happens.” Kyle mentioned a “frank conversation” with Starmer on Friday, during which the leader reportedly acknowledged the need to “reflect on the political realities.”
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Starmer’s leadership has been unstable. He would become the shortest-serving Labour leader if he leaves. His time in power has been marked by policy U-turns, the Mandelson scandal, and a recent string of resignations.
Ed Miliband has been suggested as a possible replacement for Reeves, though Sharon Graham of the Unite union warned against his appointment due to his views on net zero. Other names in the running include Pat McFadden and John Healey. Meanwhile, Burnham’s adviser Jim O’Neill suggested the new government might ease fiscal rules to fund infrastructure projects, though he stopped short of calling for a complete change to the borrowing framework.
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O’Neill also proposed ending the “triple lock” on pensions, arguing it could lower borrowing costs and improve economic confidence. The idea has sparked debate within Labour, with some members concerned about abandoning a policy that has long been a key part of the party’s social contract. As Starmer’s future remains uncertain, attention turns to whether Burnham can unite a divided party and lead the UK through its next challenge.
