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The bloodless coup: How Burnham came out top

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It could have been a messy transition, but the ease with which Andy Burnham has returned to Westminster appears to be the product of many months of careful planning.

Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy delve into the details of how Burnham's expected coronation has been managed - and why Louise Haigh has emerged as a key architect behind the scenes.

Meanwhile, as Donald Trump breaks his silence on Sir Keir Starmer's likely replacement, his verdict is rather blunt.

The duo dissect the US president's first public comments on Burnham, who he labelled as "extremely liberal". What does this mean for the relationship between Washington and London?

Plus, Rachel Reeves falls in behind Burnham - but can she, and will she, survive as chancellor?

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