Badenoch accuses Farage of playing identity politics over Henry Nowak murder
Kemi Badenoch has criticized Nigel Farage for his comments regarding the murder of Henry Nowak, accusing him of inciting division through identity politics. She described Farage's call for a reaction of 'pure cold rage' as irresponsible for someone aspiring to be prime minister. Badenoch emphasized the need for calm and unity rather than anger in response to such tragic events.
- ▪Kemi Badenoch accused Nigel Farage of playing identity politics following the murder of Henry Nowak.
- ▪Farage called for people to respond with 'pure cold rage' after the 18-year-old student's death.
- ▪Badenoch condemned Farage's rhetoric, stating that leaders should act like statesmen and women, not rabble-rousers.
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