The British government has rebuked comments made by US Vice President JD Vance, who linked the murder of teenager Henry Nowak to migration policies. Vance, a proponent of stricter immigration controls, claimed that Nowak would still be alive if Western governments had adopted tougher stances on migration. This statement prompted a strong response from Downing Street, which emphasized that the focus should be on the victim and his family rather than political agendas. A spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that the government would not support individuals attempting to create division following the tragedy. The Nowak family has consistently called for unity and restraint, urging against the politicization of the incident. The murder has drawn significant attention in Britain, leading to protests and renewed scrutiny of policing practices, with some alleging unequal treatment by authorities. While the British government did not directly name Vance, their response made it clear that they oppose efforts to politicize the case. Starmer has met with the Nowak family, echoing their calls for calm and focusing on achieving justice for Henry Nowak.