Diane Abbott Controversy Sparks Anti-Racism Rallies and Calls for Tory Donor Action

Amid allegations of antisemitism, Abbott claims Labour's refusal to return her whip is due to criticism of leadership, sparking widespread support and political debate.

• Diane Abbott claims Labour won't return her whip due to her criticism of leadership, amid ongoing antisemitism investigation.
• Anti-racism rallies held in support of Abbott, with Jeremy Corbyn and other figures expressing solidarity.
• Abbott criticizes Speaker Lindsay Hoyle for not allowing her to speak during a racism debate in Parliament.
• Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces calls to return donations from Tory donor Frank Hester, who made racist remarks about Abbott.
• Labour and Conservative figures react to the controversy, with some calling for action against Hester and support for Abbott.

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