In his first major broadcast interview since becoming UK prime minister, Andy Burnham tells the BBC he is prepared to disagree with US President Donald Trump if it is required to protect Britain’s national interests. Burnham says his first conversation with Trump is positive, describing the exchange as “warm,” and says he would still “defend your own national interest.” Several outlets report Burnham reiterates that he will put Britain first and will “call out” Trump where necessary, including, as one source puts it, disagreeing with him in public. The reports also note context from the previous government’s relationship with Trump, which some describe as strained. Burnham does not present a question of personal trust as decisive; instead, he emphasizes the need to assess issues and the changing political landscape. Overall, the accounts portray Burnham as signalling a firm, interest-led approach to the US administration, combining constructive engagement with an explicit willingness to challenge the US president when UK interests are at stake.