"Utterly Sickening" AbuseDismissing Musk’s CriticismOn Monday, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer firmly defended his record on addressing grooming gangs and child sexual exploitation , following criticism directed at his government by Elon Musk. Speaking during a press conference, Starmer emphasized his dedication to safeguarding victims and dismissed the tech billionaire’s comments.Addressing the issue of grooming gangs, Starmer described child sexual exploitation as “utterly sickening” and acknowledged the systemic failures that left victims unheard for years. He recounted the first major prosecution of an Asian grooming gang in Rochdale during his tenure, setting a precedent for subsequent cases. Musk accused Starmer of failing to take adequate action against these gangs, alleging complicity in systemic child sexual exploitation. Musk's comments have reignited debates over the UK's response to grooming gangs, drawing both support and criticism.

Source: The Times January 06, 2025 13:55 UTC