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Nigel Farage Criticized Amid Race Row Over Comments on Rishi Sunak After D-Day

Jun 9, 2024, 09:26 AM

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has sparked controversy with his comments suggesting that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak does not understand 'our culture'. Farage's remarks, made after Sunak left Normandy early following D-Day commemorations, have been criticized by various political figures. Shadow Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood accused Farage of engaging in 'dog whistle' politics, while Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride expressed discomfort with the comments. Farage defended his statements, arguing that Sunak is 'utterly disconnected by class and privilege'. Laura Kuenssberg highlighted that Farage's comments could be seen as emphasizing Sunak's immigrant heritage, leading to a broader discussion on class, privilege, and race in British politics.