Richard Tice, leader of the Reform UK party, has publicly supported Lee Anderson following his controversial remarks, which led to Anderson's suspension from the Tory party. Tice's statements have not only defended Anderson's sentiments, claiming they resonate with millions of British citizens, but have also hinted at a 311-word invitation for Anderson to join Reform UK. This support comes amid a surge in new members for Reform UK, attributed to the controversy surrounding Anderson's suspension, which many do not believe to be Islamophobic or racist. Tice has been vocal in his criticism of the current government and the media's portrayal of Anderson, suggesting that Anderson's views are shared by a significant portion of the British population.
'Lee has admitted he was angry! I am angry and millions of Brits are angry!' Leader of Reform UK, @TiceRichard, on whether he'd remove the whip from Lee Anderson. 🔓 Become a GB News Member: https://t.co/mNsRsGC8ef https://t.co/6mdsTnJW0H
'Wait and see what happens!' Leader of Reform UK, @TiceRichard, doesn't rule out Lee Anderson joining Reform UK. 🔓 Become a GB News Member: https://t.co/mNsRsGC8ef https://t.co/iTLIqpDxml
'I believe tens of millions of British people support the sentiment of what Lee Anderson was trying to say.' Leader of Reform UK, @TiceRichard, says 'British people are furious'. 🔓 Become a GB News Member: https://t.co/mNsRsGC8ef https://t.co/LLGazlv50X
The majority of people can't fathom what @LeeAndersonMP_ said about @SadiqKhan was Islamophobic or racist. He has won the support of @reformparty_uk leader Richard @TiceRichard who said "Lee speaks for millions of people who are appalled by what is happening to our country."… https://t.co/UCIdCDNanj
Lee Anderson: Statement by Richard Tice, Leader of Reform UK “Many in the media have asked me about Lee Anderson’s comments. "The truth is that Lee speaks for millions of people who are appalled by what is happening to our country. Between them, this gutless government and the…
NEW Richard Tice has effectively issued a 311-word invitation to Lee Anderson to join the Reform UK party. 👇 https://t.co/nb2wAF7dgg
Breaking: Richard Tice has vehemently defended Lee Anderson, claiming his suspension from the Tory party has sparked a surge in new Reform UK members. https://t.co/J4HA6J5Gtc
NEW Richard Tice: "Lee Anderson may have been clumsy in his precise choice of words, but his sentiments are supported by millions of British citizens, including myself. Never has Westminster and the craven left leaning Establishment been so out of touch with ordinary people...1/2