British offshoot of Turning Point USA promoting right-wing politics in UK education
Al Jazeera and The Guardian report on undercover footage showing Turning Point UK officials discussing violent acts for hire. The material implicates TPUK’s leadership in suggesting they can arrange attacks and killings for money, including ties to a Glasgow contact and a Zimbabwe-related operation. Police are reviewing the material for potential criminality.
Green Party deputy leader Mothin Ali has won a defamation case against GB News’ Alex Armstrong and Bernadette Spofforth. The High Court has ordered apologies and substantial damages after posts accusing him of taking part in the 2024 Harehills riots harmed his reputation. Ali says the case highlights how social media smears target public figures who assist communities in crisis.