“Who was the head of the Crime Prosecution Service when rape gangs were allowed to exploit young girls without facing justice? Keir Starmer, 2008–2013.”
Elon Musk, one of the world’s most influential voices, has launched a scathing attack on Keir Starmer and the UK’s justice system under Labour, accusing the government of prioritising political optics over fairness and accountability.
In a series of explosive tweets, Musk criticised the UK’s handling of grooming gang scandals and justice-related issues, highlighting what he sees as a two-tier justice system that punishes whistleblowers while letting criminals walk free.
He said in an interview: “In Britain – and I’m not joking, how can this even be real? – they’re releasing convicted paedophiles from prison while imprisoning people for their Facebook posts.”
Musk also addressed the UK’s notorious grooming gang scandals, which have left victims without justice for years:
“Let’s be clear: there were migrant rape gangs in England—gangs that targeted young girls, luring and assaulting them in horrific ways. This is a fact.
When ordinary citizens voiced their outrage online—as any decent person should—they were the ones sent to prison. Think about that. Victims are ignored, criminals walk free, and those speaking out for justice are silenced and punished.
That sounds insane.”
Starmer’s CPS Record Under Fire
Musk didn’t stop there. He turned his focus directly to Keir Starmer’s record as head of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) between 2008 and 2013—a period when many grooming gang cases went unprosecuted.
“Who was the head of the CPS when rape gangs were allowed to exploit young girls without facing justice? Keir Starmer, 2008–2013,” Musk tweeted, leaving little room for interpretation.
He also took aim at Labour Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips, linking her refusal to launch an inquiry into grooming gangs to Starmer’s leadership:
“Who is the boss of Jess Phillips right now? Keir Starmer. The real reason she’s refusing to investigate the rape gangs is that it would obviously lead to the blaming of Keir Starmer (head of the CPS at the time).”
Australia Joins the Criticism
The backlash against Labour’s handling of justice has now gone global. Senator Ralph Babet, an Australian Federal Senator for Victoria, has formally requested permission to interview Tommy Robinson, a politically controversial figure in the UK known for his protests and documentaries about Muslim grooming gangs, including The Rape of Britain: Survivor Stories.
In a letter addressed to UK authorities, Senator Babet expressed concerns over Robinson’s imprisonment and questioned Britain’s commitment to democratic freedoms.
“I understand that Mr Robinson’s case is politically charged. But I also understand, and am thankful, that the United Kingdom—like Australia—is committed to democratic freedoms. So I am hopeful that my request will be granted,” Senator Ralph Babet wrote.
Robinson, who gained notoriety for his attempts to warn the world about grooming gangs, is currently in solitary confinement. His imprisonment follows his decision to screen his documentary, Silenced, at a central London demonstration last summer, defying a high court order.
The film, Silenced, reiterated claims Robinson previously made about a Syrian refugee—claims that led to him losing a libel case in 2021.
Senator Babet plans to visit the UK with a camera crew to document his findings, adding further international scrutiny to Labour’s leadership and policies.
A Growing Global Embarrassment
Elon Musk and Senator Babet join a growing list of high-profile critics, including Donald Trump, who have publicly condemned the UK’s justice system under Labour. Musk’s pointed remarks and Babet’s intervention highlight an alarming perception of Britain’s justice system as fractured and politically driven.
Critics argue that this international condemnation reflects Labour’s failure to lead effectively at home or maintain credibility abroad. The focus on Keir Starmer’s tenure at the CPS and the party’s reluctance to tackle controversial issues, such as grooming gang inquiries, is amplifying calls for accountability.
The Bigger Picture
While Labour attempts to dodge questions, public figures and global leaders are putting the spotlight firmly on their record. For Starmer, the question is clear: how much longer can his government withstand the growing chorus of voices demanding justice, fairness, and accountability in Britain?
