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He accused them of abandoning free speech, caving in to political correctness and losing touch with their citizens on issues like migration and national identity.

Reform MP Lee Anderson said the NEU had "shown its true colours", adding: "Rather than focusing on educating Britain's youth, it seems more interested in political indoctrination, silencing free speech, and spreading divisive rhetoric."

Whatever is in his heart, though, there can be no denying that Rubio is pushing some of the most aggressive policies attacking First Amendment protections for free speech and freedom of religion.

Critics say US officials are falsely accusing students of anti-Jewish bigotry and violating their right to free speech.

But so has the government’s response when it comes to Israel and Gaza, antisemitism and free speech.