Starmer led the UK Labour Party to a landslide victory in general election held in July 2024, but severe economic struggles, unpopular welfare cuts led to his downfall.

From victory to resignation: How Keir Starmer lost his mandate in just 20 months| WION Decodes

Trump reacted to British PM Keir Starmer's resignation, saying his government struggled with energy, immigration and crime. Trump criticised Starmer's stance on North Sea oil drilling and NATO cooperation, while wishing him well despite their differences.

'I was critical of him...': Trump lists reasons for Starmer's resignation: Did US president play any role in the decision?

Andy Burnham, who won the Makerfield by-election on June 18, 2026, is the frontrunner to become the next prime minister of the UK. His return as an MP led senior ministers to push Starmer to step down and make way for Burnham. Who is he?

Who is Andy Burnham, the MP who has announced he will run for Labour leader following Starmer's resignation?

The claim by Trump comes at a time the British media is abuzz with claims that Starmer is likely to announce his resignation as early as Monday, 22 June 2026.

'UK PM Starmer will resign', says Trump as he accuses him of 'failing badly' on two major policies

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From victory to resignation: How Keir Starmer lost his mandate in just 20 months| WION Decodes

'I was critical of him...': Trump lists reasons for Starmer's resignation

Who is Andy Burnham, frontrunner for UK PM post, as Keir Starmer resigns?

'UK PM Starmer will resign', says Trump as he accuses him of 'failing badly'