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Elon Musk’s involvement in European political discussions has taken a bold turn with his suggestion that Nigel Farage step down as leader of Reform UK. Musk posted on X, “The Reform Party needs a new leader,” just weeks after meeting with Farage at Mar-a-Lago.
Farage, a prominent critic of the European Union (EU), dismissed Musk’s remarks, defending his leadership of the party. “Tommy Robinson is not right for Reform and I never sell out my principles,” Farage said, referencing a reported disagreement with Musk over Robinson’s potential involvement in the party.
Musk’s focus on Europe’s immigration crisis has earned him praise among conservatives, but his challenge to Farage has raised concerns. Farage, who began opposing the EU decades ago as a member of the European Parliament, has led Reform UK to prominence through his firm stance on immigration and sovereignty.
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
Under Farage’s guidance, Reform UK has secured parliamentary representation and gained significant support from disillusioned Labour voters. The party’s policies have continued to attract attention as it grows in influence.
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
Musk, meanwhile, has highlighted other European issues, including grooming gang scandals and right-leaning movements such as Germany’s Alternative for Germany party. His critique of Farage, however, has sparked debate over whether Musk fully understands the dynamics of British politics.
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
Deputy leader Richard Tice and chairman Zia Yusuf have reaffirmed their support for Farage, ensuring the party remains united despite Musk’s remarks.
🚨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
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