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Political Fix
Labour builds bridges with Trump
Jul 16, 2024
Political analyst Lucy Fisher discusses Labour's attempt to strengthen relations with Trump post-assassination attempt. They explore Trump's running mate choice, new defence review, and demoted Labour MPs seeking revenge. The panel delves into UK-China threats, Conservative survival, and harassment complaints by election candidates.
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- Labour ministers are attempting to strengthen relations with Trump following an assassination attempt, despite years of criticism.
- Labour government prioritizes expertise over loyalty, promoting new MPs and launching a strategic defence review.
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The rebranding of the Labour administration
Under Keir Starmer's leadership, the Labour government reorganizes its cabinet prioritizing expertise and skills over loyalty, breaking the convention by promoting new MPs to junior front bench roles. This move embodies a departure from traditional party norms, reminiscent of Harold Wilson's government in 1964. Notably, economist Mayata Fanbula is recognized as a rising star within the party.
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