Donald Trump has sparked a renewed dispute with London Mayor Sadiq Khan in a recent TV outburst. During an interview on GB News, Trump made several false statements without any pushback. Criticizing Khan, Trump described him as a “terrible mayor,” citing personal grievances and pointing to crime levels in London.
Contrary to Trump’s claims, violent crime in London has actually decreased, with a 6% drop in violence against individuals reported by the metropolitan police in the past year. Data shows that Londoners are statistically less likely to be victims of violent crimes compared to other regions in England and Wales.
Further attacking Khan, Trump alleged that London has deteriorated under his leadership, citing incidents of violence including stabbings. Trump also propagated falsehoods about “no-go” zones and Sharia Law in London, claims that have been debunked.
Trump also asserted that his speech at the UN General Assembly was intentionally disrupted by the UN, claiming technical malfunctions and deliberate interference. However, the UN does not routinely amplify speeches in the main hall, as attendees use earpieces for translations.
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