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Khan Slams Trump: London's Safety and Wealth at Stake

12/27/2025

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Sadiq Khan, the mayor of London, accused United States President Donald Trump of attacking London out of jealousy and said the United States lacks a city that can compete.
He defended London's safety, noting it has fewer homicides than US cities.
Khan said Trump’s rhetoric fuels rising racism in London and reflects American insecurities.
He warned Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer against tax policies that could drive wealthy residents away.

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Sadiq Khan, the mayor of London, accused United States President Donald Trump of attacking London out of jealousy and said the United States lacks a city that can compete.
He defended London's safety, noting it has fewer homicides than US cities.
Khan said Trump’s rhetoric fuels rising racism in London and reflects American insecurities.
He warned Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer against tax policies that could drive wealthy residents away.