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Boris Johnson Advocates for a Trump Comeback and Contemplates His Own Political Future

In his latest memoir, "Unleashed," former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson speculates on a potential return to power for both Donald Trump and himself.

By Mark LandlerSource: nytimes.com1 min read
Boris Johnson Advocates for a Trump Comeback and Contemplates His Own Political Future
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In brief

Boris Johnson, often compared to Donald Trump, discusses in his memoir "Unleashed" the prospect of a Trump resurgence and offers insights into his political future. Johnson outlines a potential future Trump presidency, while distancing himself from direct comparisons with the former U.S. President.

In "Unleashed," Boris Johnson examines analogies between Donald Trump's MAGA movement and Brexit. Despite denying similarities, Johnson discusses Trump's possible political return with optimism. Speaking from Rupert Murdoch's News Building in London, Johnson advocates for Trump's potential re-election, emphasizing a focus on American, rather than Russian, interests. While defending Trump on various policy fronts, he acknowledges the negative aspect of the January 6 Capitol attack. Taking a reflective stance, Johnson dissects his political journey and indicates a possible reentry into politics, hinting at unresolved ambitions that mirror those of Trump's American comeback aspiration. Johnson's memoir reflects on past experiences while contemplating the trajectories of both his and Trump’s political futures.

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