In a recent interview with *The Sunday Times*, U.S. Vice President JD Vance argued that the rapid turnover of prime ministers in the United Kingdom—six leaders in under a decade—points to a fundamentally flawed political system requiring major reforms. Speaking as America marked the 250th anniversary of its independence from Britain, Vance praised the country but said its leadership had long let it down. He expressed hope that Sir Keir Starmer’s likely successor, Labour’s Andy Burnham, could deliver such changes, though he admitted he knows little about Burnham. Vance, who has previously drawn backlash for critical remarks on U.K. immigration and free speech, said his provocations come from a place of affection. He reaffirmed that Washington will cooperate with whichever leader Britons elect.