Carol Vorderman weighed in with a scathing verdict on Musk v Farage. (Image: ITV)
today waded into the war of words between Reform Party leader and Prime Ministerial hopeful and the richest man in the world, .
Musk had for the 2029 election, reportedly in talks to give a huge donation to the party and describing him as his “friend” – but now he’s suggesting .
In a tweet that had the nation on the edge of its seats, Musk wrote: ” doesn’t have what it takes. The Reform Party needs a new leader.”
Musk catapulted himself to the forefront of politics recently after won the in November, announcing that Musk could play a key role in government.
Carol took to X, formerly known as Twitter – which is owned by Musk himself – and made her feelings known. “First it’s Kemi Bad-Enoch rowing about faking numbers, now (Reform ally) says Farage doesn’t have what it takes,” she said.
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Elon Musk has made a dramatic U-turn on Nigel Farage. (Image: Getty)
However, she had a frosty reception from followers who challenged: “Give it a rest.”
“I’m surprised you’re not planning more ‘tactical’ voting – have you popped by any pensioners to say sorry you helped Labour get in?” one quizzed. The jibe was a reference to Labour’s hugely unpopular announcement that the party would be axing winter fuel allowances for millions of elderly people.
Conspiracy theories also flooded in, with one follower convinced that Musk’s comments were all part of a strategic plan, paving the way for Farage to “take over the “.
“You’re good with numbers, but you’re not very bright, Carol,” the theorist cattily continued.
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Musk said Nigel Farage ‘doesn’t have what it takes’ to lead Reform UK. (Image: Getty)
Another chimed in with an alternative theory, asking: “Do you think Musk is positioning himself for a takeover bid?”
Meanwhile, someone else wrote: “The sensible people are just watching. Listening. Rolling their eyes at how poor the government is. Waiting for the resignation of said PM.”
He declared confidently: “This will happen. No-one is capable in Labour.”
“Meanwhile that lot you championed is letting everybody down,” another furious follower told Carol in the comments.
earned himself the reputation as most unpopular PM in British history after just a few months in office, but now there seems to be uncertainty over the opposition, too.
gave little away, merely detailing that he was “surprised” and wouldn’t be supporting Tommy Robinson as an alternative leader.
He said: “Well, this is a surprise! Elon is a remarkable individual but on this I am afraid I disagree.
“My view remains that Tommy Robinson is not right for Reform and I never sell out my principles.”