Starmer Slams Reform UK Over Elon Musk AI Scandal
Elon Musk Bows to UK Pressure Over AI Abuse
Elon Musk’s X platform has pulled back its Grok AI chatbot after backlash over it creating non-consensual intimate images of women and children. The dramatic U-turn comes following intense government warnings in the House of Commons.
Ministers threatened to strip X of its self-regulation powers after Grok was exposed digitally undressing victims without consent. The Prime Minister announced X will now fully comply with UK law.
Starmer: ‘Disgusting and Shameful’ Abuse Must End
Labour MP Emily Darlington grilled Sir Keir at PMQs, demanding Musk be held to account. She said:
“If reports are correct, Elon Musk has climbed down under pressure from this Government. Stripping women naked without consent, whether online or offline, is abuse. We do not yet know whether X’s promises can be trusted. This isn’t just an X problem. So will the Prime Minister join me and the nation in making clear that no app or AI company will be allowed to get away with abuse?”
Starmer responded, confirming government action:
“The actions of Grok and X are disgusting and shameful. Turning this abuse into a premium service is horrific. We will take action. If X doesn’t comply, Ofcom has our full backing. New laws are coming. Ofcom’s investigation continues.”
Reform UK’s Shocking Flip-Flop Sparks Fury
Starmer fired a fierce attack at Reform UK for their about-turn on the AI scandal. Initially condemning Musk’s creepy chatbot, Reform UK later shifted to defend him. The PM called this stance “disgusting.”
He slammed their demand to scrap the Online Safety Act, which protects children from harmful content like suicide and eating disorder advice.
“That’s an absolute disgrace. Reform clearly knows nothing about child protection,” Starmer said.
Crackdown: New AI Laws and Ofcom Probe
- Plans to criminalise non-consensual intimate images
- Ban on AI tools creating fake nude photos
- Ofcom leads a tough independent investigation
- PM warns Labour MPs: “If X can’t control Grok, we will”
Musk had controversially limited Grok’s “naked AI” feature to premium subscribers — a move dubbed “horrific” by Starmer who accused X of cashing in on abuse.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage’s party initially condemned the AI images but flip-flopped to defend Musk, provoking Starmer’s sharp rebuke.
