UK ministers lobby Trump to avert backlash against social media ban

UK ministers are actively lobbying the Trump administration to preemptively avert a backlash following Keir Starmer's announcement of a social media ban for under-16s. Downing Street is concerned about potential retaliation from the White House regarding these restrictions on internet use for minors. For several weeks, officials have been reassuring President Trump and his senior team that the new rules are not specifically targeting US technology companies. This diplomatic effort highlights the UK's concern over potential economic or political repercussions from the US, emphasizing the international dimension of domestic policy decisions affecting global tech giants.