In a scathing attack, a GB News guest has branded Labour leader Keir Starmer as “one of, if not the worst, Prime Ministers we’ve ever had” in the wake of Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on the UK and Europe. The former US President announced that a 10% tariff will be slapped on “any and all goods” sent to the US from the start of February until a deal is reached to purchase Greenland, which he claims will increase to 25% on June 1.
Responding to the issue, guest Christo Foufas expressed a lack of faith in Starmer’s ability to stand up to Trump, stating: “I don’t think Keir Starmer is the right man to stand up to Donald Trump.” Foufas argued that neither Starmer nor Europe have the “strength” to fight against the proposed tariffs, warning that this has “exposed the delicacy and the weakness of Europe, of NATO, of all of those places.”
Addressing Starmer’s condemnation of the tariffs as “completely wrong,” Foufas questioned what the Labour leader can do next, suggesting that the UK turning its back on America is not a viable option. The GB News presenter, Anne Diamond, also raised concerns about Starmer’s ability to rally support, asking: “Is there a danger with his coalition of the willing that if he decides to stand up to President Trump, he could turn round and find no one behind him?”
Foufas’ scathing assessment of Starmer’s leadership comes as the UK and other European nations grapple with the potential fallout from Trump’s tariff plans, which he has linked to the purchase of Greenland. The issue has exposed the complex geopolitical dynamics at play, with the UK’s relationship with the US and its position within the broader European framework being tested.
As the situation continues to unfold, the pressure on Starmer to navigate this delicate diplomatic minefield will only intensify, with his ability to stand firm against Trump’s demands being closely scrutinised by both his political opponents and the British public.
