Rishi who? This was the most common response from pro-Trump Americans when I asked what they thought about the British Prime Minister.
On the other hand, they adored Nigel Farge, the great friend of Donald Trump.
I went to Turning Point USA’s latest conference in Detroit, Michigan, to find out what American conservatives thought of our British political leaders.
Nearly everyone I spoke to had no idea who Rishi Sunak was. One man thought he was a woman, another called him “Ricky Sunak” and others just looked bemused when I put his name to them.
Rishi Sunak made the announcement yesterday outside Downing Street GB NEWSOf those who knew who Sunak is, they had very few nice things to say about him.
The Conservatives’ breaking of their pledges on immigration and tax rises came up frequently, and Sunak and his party were described as “liberal” (or Left-wing in British parlance).
Such is Sunak’s low-profile in the States that I had to explain the fact he leads the nation which is meant to be America's closest ally in the world.
Boris Johnson’s name came up several times when discussing British politics with the pro-Trump conference goers.
Nigel FaragePAJohnson’s charisma, charm and comparisons with Donald Trump launched his political profile to the masses around the world during his short premiership.
Though Johnson is no Trump, the liberal media in the US and the UK tried very hard to paint him as such.
However, the Brit who really is most like The Donald, is even more well known than Johnson.
Nigel Farage’s aura has spread stateside, particularly among fans of the former President.
Just a mention of the Reform UK Party leader’s name brought a grin to most of the Trump-supporting conference goers.
One said that he liked his “cocky” style.
A spiritual advisor to President Trump told me that he loved Nigel and Trump had even told him the same.
Both Farage and Trump have fought not only the Left but establishment conservatives, known as ‘RINOs’ in the US (Republicans in name only).
Trump frequently clashed with major GOP figures, and he has essentially taken over the Republican Party both ideologically and in terms of personnel.
His daughter, Lara, is even the co-chair of the Republican National Committee and gave a speech at the Turning Point conference.
Meanwhile, Nigel Farage says his aim is to destroy the British Conservative Party.
He describes the “betrayal” of Tory voters on the issue of immigration as being unforgivable.
His Reform movement is now making waves around the world.
In 2016 the Brexit vote, which Farage did much to facilitate, preceded Trump’s election.
Many at the time, such as former Trump advisor Steve Bannon, saw the Brexit vote as a sign that Trump would defeat Hillary Clinton.
Perhaps another political revolution, led by Farage, on the 4 July could have major consequences for the United States yet again.
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