US President Donald Trump stated on September 18, 2025, during his return from a UK state visit that he personally requested London Mayor Sadiq Khan’s exclusion from a state banquet at Windsor Castle hosted by King Charles III, criticizing Khan’s handling of crime and immigration.
Khan, a vocal Trump critic, denied seeking an invitation and emphasised London’s safety and diversity through a source, noting the city attracts record American residents.
The exchange, occurring amid talks on trade and security with Prime Minister Keir Starmer, highlighted their ongoing feud, with UK protocol allowing host discretion on guest lists despite no formal requirement for mayoral attendance.
