London Mayor Khan Worries About Safety if Trump Wins Again

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has voiced his apprehensions regarding the safety of himself and his family should Donald Trump secure a second term in the White House. In a recent interview with the New Statesman, Khan highlighted the increase in hate crimes directed at him during Trump’s first presidency, stating, “I worry about what a second Trump presidency would mean for me and my family.” Despite these fears, Khan emphasized his commitment to his role, asserting that he will not be intimidated by such threats. Khan, a prominent figure in the Labour Party, has diverged from the party's current neutral stance on U.S. politics, advocating for open support of Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming presidential election. This call comes as the Labour Party, under Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, seeks to navigate a complex relationship with a potential second Trump administration. The government has been sending representatives, including Foreign Secretary David Lammy, to engage with Trump allies, despite Lammy’s previous criticisms of the former president. The Mayor underscored the Labour Party's historical ties to the Democratic Party, stating, “It’s obvious what my politics are. I want the Democrats to win.” He noted that many Labour members actively support Democratic candidates during elections, referencing his own staff's involvement with past campaigns for Obama, Clinton, and Biden. In response, Trump has dismissed Khan, labeling him a “stone-cold loser” for his handling of crime in London.