Overview

• Speaking on the main stage in Liverpool, the energy secretary accused Musk of inciting violence, urging the overthrow of the elected government, and enabling disinformation via X.
• He said Musk “thinks he can tell us how to run Britain” and declared, “Get the hell out of our politics and our country.”
• The attack came in a broader critique of Reform UK, with Miliband arguing Nigel Farage is part of a global network he says threatens the social fabric.
• The speech referenced Musk’s appearance at a London protest organized by Tommy Robinson, where Musk said, “You either fight back or you die.”
• Downing Street previously condemned Musk’s rally comments as threatening violence and intimidation on UK streets, according to the Independent’s reporting.