Politics At Jack And Sam's

• Trump tanks Starmer’s plan

  Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Anne McElvoy have their guide to the day ahead in British politics.   President Donald Trump has just pulled the plug on US military aid to Ukraine, leaving Sir Keir Starmer and European leaders scrambling to respond. Just yesterday, the prime minister was praised in the House of Commons for his diplomatic efforts, will he now be forced to rethink his approach?In today's episode, Sam and Anne unpack the decision, the ripple effects on European defence, and whether Sir Keir and French President Emmanuel Macron can convince Trump to reverse course.Plus, new polling shows Labour are back in the lead, but is Sir Keir losing focus on the domestic agenda?You can send us a WhatsApp on 07511 867 633 or email us: [email protected]   

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• The case for and against Keir Starmer’s intervention

  Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Anne McElvoy have their guide to the day ahead in British politics.      After an extraordinary 96 hours on the world stage, Sir Keir Starmer faces his next challenge: a grilling from MPs in the Commons. In today's episode, Sam and Anne break down how the prime minister positioned himself at the heart of the Ukraine crisis, seizing the moment as mediator between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump, hosting a major European summit, and shaping the "coalition of the willing".But how does Starmer's performance play outside Britain? Anne reports from Berlin on how he is viewed in Europe, while Sam lays out the key questions MPs will throw at him today.Plus, Sam and Anne outline what to expect from the rest of the week, from defence spending to farmers' protests and yet another leasehold reform plan.You can send us a WhatsApp on 07511 867 633 or email us: [email protected]   

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• Starmer to walk Trump tightrope

  Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Tim Ross have their guide to the day ahead in British politics.    Keir Starmer is in Washington today to meet Donald Trump to discuss Ukraine and Europe’s long-term security. Tim and Sam assess what Keir’s approach might be and what he might actually be able to do. Will he - can he - take Macron’s recent approach of flattery and charm, or will he take a firmer line?  Also, ahead of European leaders meeting at Lancaster House on Sunday, Sam and Tim discuss Britain’s increased importance on the European stage as America takes a step back.   Plus, Sam and Tim outline what to expect from the rest of the week.    You can send us a WhatsApp on 07511 867 633 or email us: [email protected]  

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• New slogan, same Starmer?

  Sky News’ Sam Coates and Poltico’s Anne McElvoy hold their hands up on this episode – that they didn’t see Keir Starmer’s big defence announcement coming yesterday morning.  The plan to shift defence spending to 3% of GDP (and a new Downing Street podium slogan) is a pivot for the PM.   Sam and Anne discuss the reasons behind it - is this all about having enough to say to Donald Trump in Washington this week? Or is there a glimmer of the vision for Blue Labour Starmer showing through too?  They also go over the reaction to the cuts to the international aid budget and whether the politics of that move could be easier for Labour than people might think.  Elsewhere, NHS England needs a new boss – will that be the gateway for the reforms which Wes Streeting has talked about?    You can send us a WhatsApp on 07511 867 633 or email us: [email protected]  

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• Kemi v Boris

  Sky News' deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Anne McElvoy have their guide to the day ahead in British politics.   It’s vibes versus facts on the Tuesday episode.   Vibes – Downing Street seem happy with the Trump-Marcon meeting.  Facts – didn't the US just side with Russia on UN resolutions on Ukraine?  Also on this episode – is it the current Tory leader or a previous one getting the most attention at the moment  Kemi Badenoch gives a speech on foreign policy today – but has it been overshadowed by Boris Johnson’s comments that “complete untruths” are being said about Ukraine by the Trump administration?  And, will today’s speech offer a reset moment for the Tory leader?    You can send us a WhatsApp on 07511 867 633 or email us: [email protected]  

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