Lee Anderson, in an exclusive interview with GB News aired from 9-11pm, stands by his controversial remarks about Mayor Sadiq Khan but expresses regret over the timing of his comments, stating he won't apologize 'while I've got a breath in my body'. Anderson, facing criticism, mentioned it's 'a bit rich coming from Sadiq Khan', while asserting that he had expected more support from the Conservative Party. The MP's comments have sparked a wider discussion on the Tory racism row, with Anderson revealing that some Tory MPs have privately shown him support. The interview, which also touched on Anderson's refusal to join the Reform Party and his intention to stand in the next election, was highlighted as a significant moment that could lead tomorrow's news agenda.
'I feel the Tory Party could've given me a little more backing.' 🖥️ Watch the full interview with @LeeAndersonMP_ after his controversial remarks towards Sadiq Khan: https://t.co/6Wsmc8zE6p https://t.co/AFQOQbfGO0
'I feel the Tory Party could've given me a little more backing.' @LeeAndersonMP_ reveals he will 'not directly apologise to Mayor Khan’ and reflects on the lack of support from the Conservatives. 🔓 Become a GB News Member: https://t.co/mNsRsGC8ef https://t.co/hHjnekvmJ3
'Some people actually surprised me with words of support.' @LeeAndersonMP_ reveals Tory MPs have privately shown support to him after he made remarks about Sadiq Khan. 🔓 Become a GB News Member: https://t.co/mNsRsGC8ef https://t.co/8pHOM2wJz4
'I think it's a bit rich coming from Sadiq Khan!' 'He said sorry though, why won't you?' @LeeAndersonMP_ faces a grilling from @ChristopherHope over comments he made about Sadiq Khan. https://t.co/SA3gN8uXRR
BREAKING: In exclusive interview with @GBNews tonight @LeeAndersonMP_ says he is standing by comments about Sadiq Khan but regrets timing of remarks. He WILL stand at next election but won't be drawn on joining @reformparty_uk. Also says he expected "more backing" from Tories.
'You personalised a row and got yourself in trouble. You made a mistake didn't you?' asks @ChristopherHope. 'If Mayor Khan is not speaking up then he has lost control.' @LeeAndersonMP_ on his remarks about Sadiq Khan. 🔓 Become a GB News Member: https://t.co/mNsRsGC8ef https://t.co/cq5XrMW5Vv
'It may be a clumsy use of language.' @LeeAndersonMP_ reflects on the controversial remarks he made about the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan. 🔓 Become a GB News Member: https://t.co/mNsRsGC8ef https://t.co/BuJQ4PQWr6
Just listened to the @LeeAndersonMP_ interview which will be broadcast on @GBNEWS this evening . Unmissable…. Coverage from 9pm with @PatrickChristys on @GBNEWS
☄️IN PLAYBOOK PM TONIGHT 🦞 Latest in Tory racism row ... including an exclusive line from @GBNEWS interview with @LeeAndersonMP_ in which he tells @christopherhope he won't apologize to @MayorofLondon "while I've got a breath in my body." Read online: https://t.co/2BQcN4YyNL https://t.co/3eyLkG89bh
🚨 I have an exclusive interview with Lee Anderson on my @GBNEWS show 9-11pm. He doesn’t hold back. This interview will be leading tomorrow’s news agenda, so watch it first on my show tonight. https://t.co/Tzx6TimYjl
LEE ANDERSON EXCLUSIVE: 'If Mayor Khan is not coming out on TV and saying 'what's happening on our streets is disgusting', then he's lost control'. 📺 Watch the full exclusive interview with @LeeAndersonMP_ and @PatrickChristys tonight at 9pm, only on GB News. https://t.co/NT8RN1fAHg