This archive report was first published on 27 July 2019.
July 27, 2019
Boris Johnson, the newly appointed UK Prime Minister, has been likened to Donald Trump due to his reckless and divisive approach to politics.
Johnson's maiden speech in the House of Commons was met with a barrage of boos and heckles, with many MPs interrupting him to express their discontent with his plans for a Brexit.
The Speaker, John Bercrow, had to intervene several times to restore order, and Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn was quick to respond to Johnson's speech.
Johnson's views on Brexit are seen as a major departure from the UK's traditional stance on European integration, and his willingness to pursue a no-deal Brexit has raised concerns about the potential consequences for the UK economy.
Johnson's relationship with Trump has been well-documented, with the US President publicly endorsing him before the Tory leadership election.
Johnson's views on immigration, climate change, and international relations are also seen as being in line with Trump's, and his appointment as Prime Minister has raised concerns about the potential for a Trump-like presidency in the UK.
Johnson's background as a journalist has also been called into question, with some accusing him of being a
