LONDON — UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham engaged in communications with an individual impersonating Susie Wiles, a close adviser to former President Donald Trump, according to four officials who spoke to POLITICO. Burnham reportedly became suspicious of the contact's legitimacy after exchanging a few messages.
Downing Street stated, "We do not comment on national security matters." A source familiar with the communications indicated that the exchanged messages were considered "of no significance."
The British embassy in Washington raised concerns about the incident with the White House, as officials feared that Wiles' phone may have been hacked again. The White House has declined to comment on the matter.
This incident follows a previous investigation by the White House and the FBI, which was launched after senators, governors, and U.S. business executives received communications from someone claiming to be Wiles. Reports indicate that Wiles informed associates that her cellphone contacts had been compromised.
Details regarding the content of the messages exchanged with Burnham and the specific timing of the communications remain unclear, as the matter is being treated as sensitive information. Burnham took office as Prime Minister on July 20, following his victory in the Makerfield by-election on June 18.