Stephen Hawking has revealed that even he can’t explain the popularity of Donald Trump.
The world renowned scientist who developed the framework of general relativity and helped the world understand black holes cannot understand Mr Trump’s popularity.
Appearing on Good Morning Britain, Hawking, 74, was asked for his views on the EU referendum and immigration, as well as the US Presidential race.
When asked: “You’re a man who knows the universe well, how do you explain the phenomenon of Donald Trump?” Hawking replied: "I can’t".
He added: “He is a demagogue who seems to appeal to the lowest common denominator.”
Other British public figures and politicians have also made critical comments about the presumptive US presidential nominee for the Republican Party.
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan hit out at Mr Trump for proposing a temporary ban on all Muslims entering the US.
Labelling Trump ignorant, Mr Khan said: “It is possible to be a Muslim and to live in the West. It is possible to be a Muslim and to love America.
“By giving the expression that Islam and the West are incompatible, you are playing into the hands of extremists.
“Imagine that America has a sign saying no Muslims, what message does that send to Muslims around the world?”
Mr Trump has yet to respond to Hawking’s comments.
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