Reform UK Gains Momentum as Farage Faces Leadership Criticism from Elon Musk

The surging party, led by Nigel Farage, navigates internal and external challenges while reshaping British politics with bold policies and growing support.

Reform UK has seen a significant rise in membership, surpassing 177,000, and is positioning itself as a major political force ahead of the next general election.
Party chairman Zia Yusuf has been instrumental in professionalizing Reform UK, broadening its appeal across demographics and geographies, and advocating for bold policy changes like freezing migration and reducing the civil service.
Elon Musk, who previously expressed support for Reform UK, has criticized Nigel Farage's leadership, suggesting a new leader is needed, while Farage maintains his stance against aligning with far-right figures like Tommy Robinson.
Nigel Farage and Reform UK's treasurer, Nick Candy, attended a high-profile Trump inauguration celebration in Washington, though tensions with Musk have created challenges for the party's international relationships.
Polling shows Reform UK gaining traction among disaffected Conservative and Labour voters, with its policies and leadership sparking both public interest and controversy in British politics.