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U.S. President says he knows nothing about new UK MP
The U.S. President told GB News he is unfamiliar with the new MP for Makerfield and described him as extremely liberal. The President also said oil companies have asked for access to UK North Sea fields and urged Britain to open drilling.
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The U.S. President told GB News he does not know anything about the new MP for Makerfield and described the politician as extremely liberal. Speaking from the White House, the President said he understood the MP had served as mayor of a town.
Oil industry access The President said every major oil company had approached him seeking access to Britain's North Sea fields. He stated that companies currently buy oil from Norway at a premium and noted Norway holds about $2 trillion in reserves.
The President added that Britain is "dying" and should open the North Sea to drilling, calling the step an easy decision that would bring positive results.
Potential early friction The comments came as the President hinted at an early point of disagreement with the potential next UK prime minister over energy policy. The interview was conducted on 24 June 2026 and published the same day.
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