Elon Musk has said Reform UK needs a new leader because Nigel Farage “doesn’t have what it takes”.

The tech billionaire’s comments came just hours after Farage described him as “a hero”.

His latest intervention on UK politics casts serious doubt on claims he was prepared to make a substantial donation to Reform.

In a post on X, the social media platform he owns. Musk said: “The Reform Party needs a new leader. Farage doesn’t have what it takes.”

It comes after Farage once again moved to distance himself from jailed far-right activist Tommy Robinson, who Musk has said should be released from prison.

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