Musk's comments have drawn sharp reactions, with health secretary Wes Streeting calling Musk’s criticism “misjudged and certainly misinformed.”Musk also criticised Starmer’s government for its alleged complicity, and he called for new elections despite the Labour Party’s landslide victory in July 2024. Critics, including pollster Luke Tryl, have argued that Musk, who is increasingly involved in British politics, "has no handle on UK politics. "Musk’s remarks went beyond the grooming cases. He described Robinson as being jailed "for telling the truth" and demanded his release, posting “Free Robinson” on X.Musk’s involvement in UK politics took a new turn when he criticised Reform UK leader Nigel Farage on X, urging him to step down. Musk stated, “Farage doesn’t have what it takes,” and suggested that the party needs a new leader.Musk appeared to back this idea, calling for a replacement and seemingly endorsing Rupert Lowe as a potential leader.

Source: The Times January 05, 2025 19:21 UTC