Reform UK in Turmoil: Farage Suspends Lowe Amid Musk's Support and New Party Threat

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Updated Mar 12, 2025, 12:59 PM

Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, is facing internal turmoil following the suspension of Great Yarmouth MP Rupert Lowe. Lowe was expelled from the party after allegations of bullying and making threats against the party's chairman, Zia Yusuf, which he denies. The conflict escalated after Lowe criticized Farage's leadership style as 'messianic' in a Daily Mail interview, prompting a public feud between the two. The situation has been further complicated by the involvement of Elon Musk, who had previously suggested Lowe as a potential replacement for Farage. This has led to speculation about Lowe's future political moves, with former Reform deputy leader Ben Habib considering joining forces with Lowe to form a new party, challenging Farage's leadership. The internal strife within Reform UK has raised questions about the party's direction and its ability to maintain unity. Farage has emphasized his commitment to maintaining control over the party, while critics argue that his leadership style hinders the party's development into a broader political force. A KC investigation into the allegations against Lowe is underway, with Lee Anderson, the Reform party whip, urging Lowe to respect the process. Andrew Bridgen, a former Tory MP, has also weighed in on the situation, suggesting that the complaints against Lowe may be misdirected.

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Camilla Tominey

@CamillaTominey

Right on right latest: Farage says no way back into Reform for Lowe. Lowe refuses to rule out joining Tories. https://t.co/yyoXQ7TZVz

Basil the Great

@Basil_TGMD

🚨RUPERT LOWE SAYS PLANS FOR GROOMING GANG INQUIRY ARE UNDERWAY "I will source the funding. Reform and Farage failed to do so, I will not. When I make a promise, I keep it" They have been betrayed by the Government, the authorities, the media and now Reform. Justice we hope🙏 https://t.co/xKVMsNEONB

YouGov

@YouGov

Nigel Farage's favourability among Reform UK voters has fallen sharply following his row with Rupert Lowe Among 2024 Reform UK voters Favourable: 73% (-13 from 4-5 Mar) Unfavourable: 23% (+11) Net: +50 (-24) https://t.co/IJwn0ojZP7