President Trump stated that he had recently spoken with Britain's newly appointed Prime Minister Andy Burnham and described their telephone exchange in positive terms. Trump indicated that the two leaders discussed strengthening bilateral ties and intend to arrange an in-person meeting within the coming months.

The conversation takes place amid some questions about the relationship between the two leaders, as Burnham had previously made critical remarks about Trump during his time in opposition politics. The upcoming in-person meeting between them may offer insight into whether such prior disagreements will influence the diplomatic engagement between the United States and United Kingdom going forward.