Jenrick defends Farage on racism record amid Reform candidate scandal

Reform UK MP Robert Jenrick publicly defended Nigel Farage's anti-racism record after ITV footage showed a party official warning Farage he was 'protecting' a mayoral candidate accused of racist remarks about David Lammy. The incident underscores internal party tensions and reputational risk for Reform UK ahead of elections. Claims are contested, with the party's defense at odds with the leaked footage.