Politics9/23/2025•BBC

Trump says London wants 'to go to sharia law'

Trump says London wants 'to go to sharia law'

In a speech at the United Nations, President Trump made controversial remarks about London, stating that the city has "been changed" and that it wants "to go to sharia law." He also criticized London's mayor, calling him a "terrible mayor." The comments drew criticism from various sources, including the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, who described the remarks as "plain wrong." Khan emphasized that London is a diverse and inclusive city that celebrates its differences and does not support sharia law. The president's statements appear to be unfounded and not supported by evidence. They are seen by many as a further escalation of his rhetoric against Muslim communities and immigrant populations. The article highlights the ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and various international leaders, as well as the president's tendency to make bold claims without providing substantive evidence to support them.

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