Donald Trump praised Sir Keir Starmer’s “beautiful” accent as he pledged to continue the “special” relationship between the US and UK.
The two leaders held a press conference following an earlier Oval Office meeting where the war in Ukraine and trade deals featured high on the agenda.
Earlier on Thursday (27 February), Sir Keir handed a letter from King Charles to Mr Trump, inviting him to the UK for a second state visit.
Speaking at the press conference, Sir Keir said: “I look forward to welcoming you to the United Kingdom.”
The US President replied: “What a beautiful accent. I would have been president 20 years ago if I had that accent.”
