“People Stabbed in the Rear or Worse”: Trump Criticizes Sadiq Khan
In a pointed critique, U.S. President Donald Trump vostartd his concerns over crime rates in London, sharply attacking the city’s Mayor Sadiq Khan. “Look at the crime you have in London; today you have people being stabbed in the rear or worse,” Trump stated, labeling Khan an “absolute disaster” and a “disgusting person.”
Trump’s Remarks on Crime in London
During an interview with GB News, Trump expressed frustration over how his words were presented in the media. “They took my words, from my mouth, and changed them to make it sound bad,” he said, referring to an edited speech aired last year on the BBC’s “Panorama” just days before the U.S. presidential election. The speech had also appeared on the BBC’s “Newsnight” in 2022.
Legal Actions Against the BBC
Initially, Trump’s legal team threatened a billion-dollar lawsuit against the BBC, which led to a public apology from the broadcaster due to a “misjudgment.” Despite this, Trump indicated that he felt compelled to proceed with legal actions, recently increasing the amount he intends to sue for to five billion dollars.
The Broader Context
Trump’s comments come amid ongoing discussions about public safety in major cities. His remarks and the potential legal battle with the BBC underline the contentious relationship between political figures and media representations, especially in the lead-up to elections.
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