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Musk trying to 'buy UK politics' with Reform UK donation, Badenoch warns


Published on 2024-12-24 02:42:17 - MSN
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  • Telsa CEO Elon Musk would be trying to "buy" British politics if he made a multi-million pound donation to Reform, Kemi Badenoch has said. The Conservative leader branded Musk's support as "counterproductive" amid rumors he could donate up to
  • 78million to the populist party.

The article discusses comments made by UK Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch regarding Elon Musk's donation to the Reform UK party. Badenoch warned that Musk's financial support could be an attempt to influence UK politics, especially in light of the upcoming general election. She expressed concerns about foreign billionaires potentially swaying political outcomes with their wealth. The donation, which was not specified in amount, has sparked a debate on the influence of money in politics and the need for transparency in political funding. Badenoch's remarks highlight the tension between free speech, political donations, and the integrity of democratic processes.

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