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Liz Truss Reaffirms Support for Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago
2/16/2026, 10:43:45 PM
Meeting at Mar-a-Lago
Liz Truss, the former British Prime Minister who served for just 49 days in 2022, recently met with former U.S. President Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida. Truss shared a photo of the encounter on social media, captioning it “right about everything” and tagging Trump. This meeting underscores Truss's ongoing support for Trump and the MAGA movement, which she has actively promoted since her departure from office.
Truss's Political Positioning
Since her brief premiership, Truss has positioned herself as a staunch advocate for Trump’s political ideology. She has expressed a desire to initiate a “Trump-style counter-revolution” in the UK, aiming to combat what she describes as the “deep state” that she claims undermined her leadership. Truss has also called for a UK equivalent of the MAGA movement, emphasizing her alignment with right-wing populist sentiments. Her recent activities include appearances at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Maryland, where she criticized the state of the UK, stating it was “failing.”
Context of the Meeting
The meeting with Trump comes amid ongoing controversies surrounding the former president, including allegations of racism related to a video he shared depicting Barack and Michelle Obama in a derogatory manner. The video was removed from Trump's platform, Truth Social, shortly after posting, with a White House official attributing it to an “erroneous” upload. Trump did not issue an apology, claiming he had not fully viewed the content. This backdrop of controversy raises questions about Truss's decision to publicly align herself with Trump at this time.
Public and Political Reactions
Truss's photo with Trump has drawn mixed reactions. Critics have pointed out the potential political ramifications of her continued support for a figure embroiled in numerous scandals. Campaigner Brendan Cox remarked on social media that many believed Truss could not further humiliate herself, only to be proven wrong. Journalist Molly Jong-Fast also commented on Truss's past misjudgments, highlighting the irony of her endorsement of Trump.
Official Statements & Responses
In her podcast, “The Liz Truss Show,” Truss reiterated her belief that the “deep state” was responsible for her political downfall and expressed enthusiasm for launching a movement akin to Trump’s in the UK. She has been vocal about her admiration for Trump, framing her political narrative around a defense of Western values against perceived threats.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
While Truss's meeting with Trump has been widely reported, details about the duration and nature of their discussion remain unclear. Additionally, the broader implications of her alignment with Trump in the context of UK politics and public sentiment are still unfolding.
Verbatim Quotes
- “right about everything” — Liz Truss, Former Prime Minister
- “Many of us thought it was impossible [Truss] could humiliate herself any further. We were wrong,” — Brendan Cox, Campaigner
- “It’s true that it’s a distraction.” — Barack Obama, Former President
Truss's ongoing engagement with Trump and the MAGA movement reflects her attempts to redefine her political identity following her brief and tumultuous time in office.
