London Mayor Sadiq Khan Knighted by King Charles III
Far-left London Mayor Sadiq Khan knighted at Buckingham Palace by King Charles III for his political contributions, despite controversy over his record of failure in tackling crime. Khan's background as the son of immigrants from Pakistan was highlighted during the ceremony.
Key Points
- Sadiq Khan knighted by King Charles III
- Criticism for crime wave in London under Khan's leadership
- Investment in combating hate crimes and policing misinformation
- Calls for Islamophobia to be criminalized
- Feuds with U.S. President Donald Trump
Pros
- Recognition for political contributions
- Celebration of immigrant background
Cons
- Controversy over failure to tackle crime
- Criticism for draconian speech policing