Donald Trump accused of interfering in British politics

As the US president touches down for state visit, his comments on Brexit and the Tory leadership race risk diplomatic spat

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(Image credit: Dominick Reuter/AFPGetty Images)

Donald Trump has been accused of trying to interfere in Britain’s domestic affairs after the US president endorsed Boris Johnson and said the UK should push for a no-deal Brexit.

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