Farage Rejects Musk’s Call For Reform UK Leadership Change
Nigel Farage has dismissed Elon Musk’s suggestion that he should step down as leader of Reform UK, a party rapidly gaining traction in British politics. Musk, writing on X, stated, “The Reform Party needs a new leader,” after reportedly clashing with Farage over the direction of the party.
Farage, who has long been a vocal opponent of the European Union (EU), began challenging its overreach decades ago as a member of the European Parliament. His leadership in the Brexit campaign solidified his reputation as a staunch defender of British sovereignty and conservative values.
Elon Musk has just dragged Nigel Farage 🤭 pic.twitter.com/PHGKO8Hn6j
— Lorraine King (@lorrainemking) January 5, 2025
Farage triples down on lying and smearing @TRobinsonNewEra in public, expecting he can pull the wool over Elon Musk's eyes.
Good luck.pic.twitter.com/aNiw1V9OSw https://t.co/hP6pLkHZFu
— Jonathan Wong (@WGthink) January 7, 2025
The dispute reportedly stems from Farage’s refusal to align with activist Tommy Robinson. Farage rejected any association with Robinson, saying, “Tommy Robinson is not right for Reform and I never sell out my principles.” Musk’s criticism followed soon after.
This morning, @elonmusk told @Nigel_Farage he’s not dumb and knows about Tommy Robinson’s contempt case.
Maybe Musk sees what many of us already know that Farage acts like controlled opposition. The real question is why Tommy broke contempt in the first place. Could it be to… pic.twitter.com/DbHQBdWmFB
— Danny Roscoe (@DANNYUNFILTERED) January 5, 2025
I'll never forget when @Nigel_Farage verbally slaughtered former eu president Herman von Rompuy! Im glad he's back, the UK needs him desperately. pic.twitter.com/57K3vlMQgR
— MEMIS (@MemIngenjoeren) June 13, 2024
While Musk’s recent focus on the European immigration crisis has been applauded, his challenge to Farage’s leadership has sparked debate. Farage has been at the forefront of addressing EU policies and immigration for years, long before Musk entered European political discussions.
Throwback:
Nigel Farage, the new leader of Reform, infuriated EU bureaucrats as he led a group of British MEP’s proudly waving British flags during Brexit.
The EU Parliament then cut off his microphone after he stood up to celebrate the UK officially leaving the EU. pic.twitter.com/S7tY8g3zZg
— Oli London (@OliLondonTV) June 3, 2024
👏👏👏 Le message de @Nigel_Farage aux peuples européens :
L'#UE vous a fait perdre votre souveraineté et vous êtes gouvernés par des gens qui ne sont pas responsables devant vous!
"Je veux que le #Brexit lance un débat dans le reste de l'Europe… " pic.twitter.com/jKTArxMCbK— ⓩZia Battina (@Girolata20) January 31, 2020
Under Farage’s leadership, Reform UK has secured parliamentary seats and drawn millions of votes. The party has become a significant conservative force, appealing to voters disillusioned with Labour and calling for strict immigration policies.
🚨BREAKING: Nigel Farage says Elon Musk trolls Keir Starmer because he ‘locks people up who say nasty things on facebook.’
Nigel has triggered every libtard in Britain tonight. Completely destroying them all. pic.twitter.com/IZKfjBxZi2
— Inevitable West (@Inevitablewest) December 5, 2024
Farage Says Reform Party Will Win With or Without Elon Musk‘s Money https://t.co/wGaVu4e7eU via @BreitbartNews
Really? They took a donation from their new Chairman.— Hemlock Dreams (@AHewitt973255) January 7, 2025
Farage’s leadership has the backing of deputy leader Richard Tice and chairman Zia Yusuf, who reaffirmed their support for him amid Musk’s remarks.
Two wretched, wretched mistakes from @Nigel_Farage – caving in to Islam and then praising it.
That said, Elon Musk needs to wind his neck in and grow up. pic.twitter.com/5v2OtvwT4k
— Guy's Channel (@Politic56721677) January 5, 2025