Former British PM Liz Truss Advocates for a ‘British Trump’
In a recent statement, Liz Truss, the former British Prime Minister, expressed her desire for the United Kingdom to have a leader similar to Donald Trump. According to Truss, the people of Britain are yearning for a revolutionary change akin to what Trump has ignited in America.
Liz Truss on the Need for a ‘British Trump’
Truss, known for her brief term as the shortest-serving prime minister in UK history, expressed these views during the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit in New Delhi. “We need a British Trump. The question remains as to who that individual could be,” said Truss, highlighting the public’s desire for a seismic shift in the country’s leadership.
However, Truss clarified that she has no intentions of returning to the prime ministerial role. Drawing parallels to her experience and Trump’s ‘Make America Great Again’ movement, she commented, “I’ve already stuck my fingers in the fire and suffered burns, but this type of approach is what we need to bring change to the UK.”
Truss’s Tenure as Prime Minister
Truss’s stint as prime minister, which lasted only 49 days in 2022, was marked by a budget with considerable tax cuts that led to significant market disruption. She laid the blame on institutions like the Bank of England and the Treasury for the failure of her economic plan.
Truss’s Support for Trump’s Policies
Post her tenure, Truss has been a vocal advocate of Donald Trump, lauding his domestic policies that she believes foster economic growth. She made her support evident by attending the Republican National Convention earlier this year, urging Republicans to combat the “deep state”.
Forecast for a Global Shift in Political Ideology
Recently, Truss predicted a global shift towards Trump’s ideology. She stated, “The Trump revolution we see in the US is coming to Europe. The dissatisfaction stemming from economic stagnation in countries like France and Germany is spreading to Europe. As a result, significant changes are expected in Europe and the UK in the next 5-10 years.”
