The administration expressed surprise that any Conservative government would restrict US access to the base, noting that such access has historically been constant. Officials contrasted Badenoch's position with the current Labour government, which they claim is attempting to give the islands away. The US officials urged the UK to maintain its territorial claims and stand up for what has historically belonged to the British crown.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Trump Administration Accuses Kemi Badenoch of Undermining US UK Alliance
Geopolitics7 days ago
Senior officials in Washington are pushing back against remarks made by Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch regarding the status of the Chagos Islands. The Trump administration accused Badenoch of peddling "fake news" and undermining the Anglo-American relationship after she called Nigel Farage's comments on the territory "humiliating." US officials stated that Farage was referring to the perpetual use of the Diego Garcia military base, which they described as critical for countering security threats from China and Iran.
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