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UK political shake-up

Updated 2026-08-14 12:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

Nigel Farage, a Trump ally and leader of Britain's Reform UK Party, won his special election with 63% of the vote. The victory highlights ongoing tensions within the Democratic Party between progressive and moderate wings.

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The Hill
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2026-08-14 12:25 UTC
The Hill
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2026-08-14 12:30 UTC
The Hill
Nigel Farage, the leader of Britain's Reform UK Party, regained his seat in Parliament on Thursday, following a special election full of fringe candidates. Farage, an ally of President Trump, came out ahead with 63 percent of the vote, according to The Associated Press. Count Binface was in second p
2026-08-14 12:42 UTC
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