Nigel Farage has rejected Elon Musk’s claim that Reform UK needs a leadership change, defending his position as the head of the rising conservative party. Musk posted on X, “The Reform Party needs a new leader,” in what appears to be a disagreement over the party’s direction.
Farage’s political career began as a member of the European Parliament, where he challenged the European Union (EU) on its policies of centralization. His leadership during the Brexit movement propelled him to international prominence as a staunch defender of national 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
The conflict with Musk reportedly centers on Farage’s decision to distance Reform UK from activist Tommy Robinson. Farage stood firm, stating, “Tommy Robinson is not right for Reform and I never sell out my principles,” after Musk suggested a different approach.
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’s recent involvement in European politics, particularly on immigration issues, has been welcomed by conservatives. However, his critique of Farage has raised questions about his understanding of Reform UK’s impact on 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
Reform UK has gained significant momentum under Farage’s leadership, securing parliamentary seats and pulling voters away from Labour. The party’s policies on immigration and sovereignty have continued to attract support.
🚨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
Deputy leader Richard Tice and chairman Zia Yusuf have expressed confidence in Farage, dismissing Musk’s remarks as the party maintains its focus on long-term goals.
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