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Theresa May congratulates Donald Trump for his 'stunning election victory' Theresa May congratulates Donald Trump for his 'stunning election victory'
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British Prime Minister Theresa May has congratulated Donald Trump for his 'stunning victory'. There was one occasion when a British Prime Minister spoke some stern words to a bullying US president.
More follows.... “I think his has become a bad relationship, where the president gets what he wants and casually ignores those things that really matter to Britain,” the prime minister adds.
Fortunately or unfortunately, that scene only exists in fictional celluloid world of Love Actually. In truth, every time a British leader meets with a US president, that do so as a very junior partner, desperate to cling onto the idea that a “special relationship” still exists.
On Thursday, Theresa May’s visit to the US was no different, and her meeting with Donald Trump par for course with previous visits. 
“I thank you for inviting me so soon after your inauguration, and I’m delighted to be able to congratulate you on your stunning election victory,” she said.
She added: “Today’s talks, I think, are a significant moment for President Trump and I to build our relationship.”
Mr Trump, perhaps aware that half the world was watching the press conference, was oddly calm and restrained, and almost presidential.
“We pledge our lasting support to this most special relationship,” Mr Trump said. “Together, America and the United Kingdom are a beacon for prosperity and the rule of law.”