Elon Musk says Nigel Farage ‘doesn’t have what it takes’ to lead Reform UK
The IndependentSign up to our free Brexit and beyond email for the latest headlines on what Brexit is meaning for the UK Sign up to our Brexit email for the latest insight Sign up to our Brexit email for the latest insight SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Elon Musk has said Nigel Farage “doesn’t have what it takes” to lead Reform UK, just weeks after the pair had a “great” meeting in the US. When Clacton MP Mr Farage was asked afterwards whether Reform UK would accept support from Robinson in the future, he said: “We’re a political party aiming to win the next general election. He’s not what we need.” Mr Farage defended South African-born businessman Mr Musk’s criticism of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and safeguarding minister Jess Phillips on the the Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg programme. “I think he’s a hero, and I said that well before any potential money was offered.” After the Mar-a-Lago meeting, Mr Farage said the two had discussed money and there would be “ongoing negotiations”.