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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Fooled by Trump Aide Impersonator in Messaging Hoax

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham unknowingly exchanged messages with someone posing as a top aide to Donald Trump, raising fresh concerns about security and the reliability of international political communication.

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  1. UK PM Burnham exchanged messages with Trump aide impostor: reports
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  4. White House denies Trump chief Susie Wiles’ phone was hacked again after UK Prime Minister falls victim to hoax
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  5. Newser: Andy Burnham's early days as Britain's prime minister reportedly included an awkward brush with a suspected scammer. Four officials tell Politico that Burnham exchanged... newser.com/story/394767/repo…
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