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The Downing Street response to Donald Trump’s comments earlier (see 1.27pm):

Number 10 said it was “positive” that US president Donald Trump had praised former foreign secretary Boris Johnson.

“I think it’s a positive for the UK that the former foreign secretary had a good relationship with the president,” May’s spokesman said. “It’s important for the special relationship, to have a strong relationship at political level. I know Jeremy Hunt is looking forward to forging his own relationships with his US counterparts.”

Asked if it was embarrassing that the president considered the UK to be in “turmoil”, the spokesman said: “The PM is looking forward to showing the president the UK and is confident he will leave with a very positive impression.”

Trump also said he anticipated his meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin would be his easiest meeting. “I received that as being humorous,” May’s spokesman said.