Lee Anderson: Ex-Tory MP defects to Reform UK
Former Conservative Party Vice-Chairman Lee Anderson defects to Reform UK, becoming its first MP.
- Bilawal Riaz
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Former Conservative Party Vice-Chairman Lee Anderson has defected to Reform UK, becoming the party’s first MP. Anderson was suspended from the Conservative Party after refusing to apologize for claiming Islamists had control of London Mayor Sadiq Khan. Anderson expressed his desire to speak for those supporting Reform UK and noted his intention to stand for Ashfield in the general election. The move was seen as a blow to the Conservatives, with Reform polling around 10%. Anderson’s defection follows his history as a staunch Brexit supporter and ally of Boris Johnson. Various political figures have reacted, with Reform UK seeing Anderson as a champion for their plans. The Conservatives have faced criticism for failing to retain promises, and Anderson’s departure has been viewed as indicative of internal issues within the party.