Key Points:
Lee Anderson, Ashfield MP, is switching to Reform UK after being stripped of Tory whip
Anderson refused to apologize for comments about London Mayor Sadiq Khan
Reform UK could potentially become a challenger at the upcoming general election
The Defection:
Former Tory deputy chairman Lee Anderson is set to defect to Reform UK, the party founded by Nigel Farage. The announcement will be made at an event in central London this morning. Anderson is currently sitting as an independent after being stripped of the Tory whip.
Controversial Comments:
Anderson faced backlash for remarks about London Mayor Sadiq Khan, referring to him as giving the capital away to Islamists. Despite pressure to apologize, Anderson stood by his comments, stating that doing so would be a "sign of weakness".
Impact on Reform UK:
Anderson's defection will give Reform UK its first MP. The party, led by Richard Tice, is seen as a potential challenger in the upcoming general election, with growing support shown in recent by-elections in Wellingborough and Kingswood.
Political Ramifications:
Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned that supporting Reform UK in the next election could benefit Labour leader Keir Starmer, highlighting the potential impact of Anderson's defection on the political landscape.
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