Reform UK's Rupert Lowe faces internal party struggles
Rupert Lowe, a Member of Parliament from the Reform UK party, has lost the party's whip just eight months after being elected. This follows a series of controversies surrounding his behavior and remarks. Lowe has made headlines for his extreme views on immigration, including ideas that illegal immigrants should be sent to internment camps. He has also been criticized for aggressive behavior, including a recent incident where he allegedly threatened Reform's chairman, Zia Yusuf. Scotland Yard is investigating these claims, which Lowe denies, stating that they were just lively political discussions. Complaints of bullying have also surfaced against Lowe from members of his staff. He claimed on social media that an independent investigator found no evidence against him, which the investigator later denied. In Parliament, Lowe's conduct has drawn negative attention. He has interrupted debates and dominated discussions, leaving little room for other MPs. Some in his party worry he seeks to replace leader Nigel Farage and move the party further right. If he does not regain the Reform UK whip, Lowe has threatened to start a new political party. However, many believe he may fade away from the political scene instead.