UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing significant scrutiny over recent budget decisions, with accusations that Treasury chief Rachel Reeves misled the public about economic conditions leading up to the budget announcement. Despite claims of misleading the public regarding a black hole in the budget and tax hikes, Starmer has publicly defended Reeves, stating he is proud of the budget and believes it retains market confidence. The Opposition has capitalized on this controversy, accusing Reeves of exaggerating financial threats to justify tax increases and calling for her resignation. Political analysts suggest that the standoff between Reeves and the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) reflects deeper economic challenges and governance issues within the current administration, leaving Starmer to navigate a growing backlash over perceived transparency failures.