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Elon Musk Calls for UK Election, Tommy Robinson's Release, Criticizes Starmer Over Grooming Gangs

Jan 2, 2025, 02:59 PM

Elon Musk has called for a new election in the UK, criticizing Prime Minister Keir Starmer for allegedly failing to address grooming gang issues during his tenure as Director of Public Prosecutions from 2008 to 2013. Musk referred to the UK as a "tyrannical police state" and has demanded the release of British activist Tommy Robinson, who is imprisoned for contempt of court. His involvement has reignited discussions around the UK's handling of grooming gang scandals, with Tory leader Kemi Badenoch describing a national inquiry as "long overdue." Former Home Secretary Robert Jenrick has labeled the grooming gangs as "torture rape gangs" and called for immediate action, including deportation of foreign nationals involved. Critics argue that previous governments and authorities failed to protect victims and have called for a transparent investigation to hold perpetrators and complicit officials accountable. Musk's comments have drawn mixed reactions, with some praising his support and others condemning his interference in UK politics.