GB News took to the streets of Washington today to find out if Americans know Britain’s Prime Minister, Keir Starmer.

The results were surprising, with many telling GB News’ Ben Leo that they “have no clue” who he is.

One person told The People’s Channel: “I don’t know who that gentleman is.”

However, a different one was clued in and said: “Yes, I do, sir. Your Prime Minister, Keir Starmer. The transatlantic relationship goes through its ups and downs and challenges.

“But we have that cultural heritage to share and yeah, I think it survives. Good times and bad circumstances.”

A third person said: “No, I don’t. He looks like he’s confused. He looks like he’s about the business of the UK.”

A fourth said: “No never heard of him.”

A fifth said: “Yes I do. Keir Starmer. He’s the prime minister of the UK.”

Another said: “I have never heard him.”

The timing of these street interviews coincides with Mr Starmer’s high-profile diplomatic engagement with Donald Trump at the Prime Minister’s Buckinghamshire country residence.

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The Prime Minister welcomed the US President to Chequers on Thursday, seeking to shift attention towards substantial American financial commitments to Britain following a turbulent period in his administration.

Recent weeks have seen significant upheaval within Mr Starmer’s Government, including the departure of Angela Rayner following a tax controversy and the resignation of Lord Peter Mandelson as US Ambassador after revelations about communications with Jeffrey Epstein emerged.

Mr Trump’s visit forms part of his second official state visit to Britain, having attended a banquet hosted by King Charles on Wednesday evening.

In the press conference, Mr Trump also spoke about America’s current deportation efforts, admitting it’s a “very hard” task to remove millions who entered under the previous administration, calling it a “very bad hand” he was left with.

The press conference addressed several contentious topics beyond immigration.

Both leaders faced scrutiny regarding their connections to Jeffrey Epstein, with Mr Starmer having recently dismissed Peter Mandelson from his ambassadorial post due to links with the convicted sex offender.

A GB News question about free speech also arose during the exchange.

The Prime Minister repeatedly emphasised Britain’s commitment to expression rights, stating multiple times that the UK remains “the home of free speech”.