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Farage Aims for Prime Minister as Reform Party Surges

2/4/2026

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  • Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform party, says he aims to become prime minister, acknowledging the party remains unprepared for power.
  • He faced scrutiny over past allegations of racism and antisemitism but insisted he never intended to hurt anyone.
  • Reform has gained influence and polled ahead of Labour and the Conservatives, while a 2025 Welsh by-election bid failed.