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David Lammy Becomes Deputy PM, Strengthens US Ties

9/9/2025

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David Lammy is now Justice Secretary and Deputy Prime Minister after his foreign secretary role ended.
He will continue to foster UK-US relations, especially with Vice President JD Vance.
Despite political differences, Lammy and Vance have formed a strong friendship.
Yvette Cooper, the new foreign secretary, faces challenges due to her past Trump criticisms.
Key issues for Cooper include the Hamas-Israel conflict, Ukraine, and China.

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Story summary

David Lammy is now Justice Secretary and Deputy Prime Minister after his foreign secretary role ended.
He will continue to foster UK-US relations, especially with Vice President JD Vance.
Despite political differences, Lammy and Vance have formed a strong friendship.
Yvette Cooper, the new foreign secretary, faces challenges due to her past Trump criticisms.
Key issues for Cooper include the Hamas-Israel conflict, Ukraine, and China.