Poll Shows Musk More Popular Than Starmer

A recent JL Partners poll indicates that Elon Musk is now more popular with the British public than Labour leader Keir Starmer, with Musk's approval rating at -17 compared to Starmer's -22. The billionaire has been critical of Starmer's handling of the summer race riots and has accused him of going 'full Stalin' regarding recent inheritance tax reforms. Starmer is less favorable than other major political leaders, including Kemi Badenoch and Ed Davey, who scored -1. Labour peer Lord Mandelson has advised Starmer to mend relations with Musk, especially as the latter is expected to play a significant role in Donald Trump's upcoming administration. Tensions between Musk and the UK government have escalated, particularly after Musk's controversial remarks about the UK and false claims regarding detainment camps for rioters. The political landscape could shift further after Trump's inauguration, with Musk set to lead a new governmental department.