London, UK – September 26, 2025 – London Mayor Sadiq Khan fired back at U.S. President Donald Trump’s ongoing attacks, delivering a sharp-witted response just 30 minutes ago during a press event in London. After Trump labeled Khan a “terrible mayor” in a recent speech, Khan quipped, “I think he’s in love with me, either that or he believes in giving me land grabs in his head.” The mayor’s cheeky remark, made while launching a new community initiative, underscores the long-running feud between the two leaders, which has intensified in recent months.

Khan’s comments come in response to Trump’s repeated criticisms, including a September 24 UN General Assembly speech where he called Khan a “terrible, terrible mayor” and falsely claimed London was moving toward Sharia law. Khan, the first Muslim mayor of a major Western capital, dismissed Trump’s remarks as baseless, asserting, “I’m living rent-free in his head, and it’s clear he’s obsessed with me.” He highlighted London’s global success, noting record numbers of American visitors and investors flocking to the city, which he governs for a third term.

The mayor’s response has drawn applause from supporters, including UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting, who praised Khan’s leadership of a “diverse, vibrant city.” Critics, however, accused Khan of escalating tensions unnecessarily. The feud, dating back to 2015, has seen Trump call Khan a “stone-cold loser” and Khan label Trump “racist, sexist, and Islamophobic.” As Trump plans a potential London visit, Khan’s latest jab signals no end to their public spat, with the mayor vowing to continue championing London’s multicultural identity.