U.K. leader Starmer slams 'lies and misinformation' after attacks from Elon Musk

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited a health care provider in Surrey, England, to give a speech on reducing NHS wait times. He condemned “lies and misinformation” undermining U.K. democracy, specifically referring to attacks from Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Musk has been using his social network to call for a new election and demand Starmer’s imprisonment, among other controversial statements. Starmer criticized those spreading misinformation, including opposition Conservative politicians in Britain who have echoed Musk’s claims. Musk’s recent focus has been on child sexual abuse cases in northern England, demanding a new public inquiry into the cases. Starmer defended his record as chief prosecutor and condemned Musk’s language towards government minister Jess Phillips.

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