Elon Musk Calls for New Leadership in Reform UK, Sparks Controversy with Nigel Farage
Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla, has thrown Reform UK into a state of turmoil, publicly suggesting that Nigel Farage, the party’s founder and leader, should be replaced. This dramatic turn of events follows a dispute between Musk and Farage over the jailed far-right activist Tommy Robinson, leading Musk to declare Farage unfit for leadership.
Musk’s Stance and a Possible Successor
Taking to his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), Musk bluntly stated, “The Reform Party needs a new leader. Farage doesn’t have what it takes.” In the same breath, Musk appeared to endorse Rupert Lowe, a Reform MP and former chairman of Southampton FC, as a potential replacement. Musk added, “I have not met Rupert Lowe, but his statements online that I have read so far make a lot of sense.”
This announcement comes as a shock, particularly after days of Farage publicly lauding Musk as a “hero” who makes Reform UK “look cool.” However, Musk’s public rebuke leaves little room for reconciliation.
Farage’s Response
Farage was quick to respond, expressing both surprise and disagreement with Musk’s remarks. “Elon is a remarkable individual, but on this I am afraid I disagree,” Farage said, standing by his decision to distance himself from Tommy Robinson. Farage reaffirmed, “Robinson is not right for Reform, and I never sell out my principles.”
