A Quest for Regime Change in the UK and the Looming Threat to British Democracy

The Trump Administration's Disdain for Keir Starmer's Labour Government

"I just hope it happens while Donald Trump is still president." This statement reflects a deep-seated animosity towards Keir Starmer's Labour government among Trump and his supporters.

Conversations with individuals within the Trump team, from researchers to senior advisors, reveal a unanimous disdain for Starmer's government. This goes beyond mere online criticism and reflects a genuine sense of disgust. The decision by Justin Trudeau to step down as Canadian Prime Minister has created a void for an international "socialist" hate figure, which Starmer has now filled.

Trump and his associates frequently use derogatory terms to describe Starmer and his government, including "communist," "Marxist," "authoritarian," "idiots," and "CCP puppets." They express contempt for Starmer's policies and worldview, and pity for the British people under his leadership.

This animosity stems from several factors, including a perceived betrayal by Starmer after a dinner with Trump and then sending activists to support Kamala Harris' campaign. Additionally, the handling of the Southport race riots, the government's perceived closeness to China, and the issue of child grooming gangs have all been met with horror and disgust by the Trump administration.

As a result, Trump appears to take pleasure in humiliating Starmer, whether by vetoing his Chagos Islands deal, threatening tariffs, deliberately excluding British representation at the inauguration, or threatening to reject Lord Mandelson as UK ambassador to the US.

Some within the Trump team have even discussed "regime change" in the UK, seeking to install a Trump-style prime minister in Downing Street. However, these discussions often lack an understanding of the British parliamentary system and the fact that Starmer has a significant majority for the next five years.

While Farage enjoys strong connections with the Trump administration, he faces doubts about his ability to achieve victory on his own. He does have influential allies, including Steve Bannon and Raheem Kassam, but there is also a reluctance among some Tories to support the "not conservative Conservative Party."

Despite the animosity, Starmer is not without options. He could potentially appease Trump by appointing a new ambassador, pursuing a trade deal, and utilizing King Charles and Prince William as intermediaries. However, as things stand, the Trump administration remains focused on finding ways to remove Starmer from power.