London Mayor Khan Criticises MP Jenrick Over Tube Fare Dodging Dispute

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has criticized Tory MP Robert Jenrick, nicknaming him “Mr Ozempic” after Jenrick shared a viral video confronting fare dodgers on the London Underground. Khan accused Jenrick of hypocrisy, pointing out that he was part of previous governments that cut over a billion pounds from police budgets and removed Transport for London's operating grant, which contributed to current issues with fare evasion and policing. Jenrick admitted to using the weight loss drug Ozempic ahead of the Tory leadership contest, a detail Khan used to mock him. The mayor emphasized ongoing investments in enforcement officers, body-worn cameras, CCTV, and police despite the challenges. Jenrick's video sparked debate, with critics accusing him of grandstanding, while Transport union leaders called for more staffing and proper funding to tackle fare evasion. The feud drew comparisons to Donald Trump's style of name-calling, with Khan previously condemning such tactics but now employing similar rhetoric against Jenrick.