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Crypto investor pardoned by Trump donates £36 million to Farage's Reform UK
Reuters • • general
Key Points:
- Crypto investor Ben Delo pledged a record £36 million ($48.7 million) to Britain's Reform UK party, aiming to support its preparation for government ahead of the next national election expected by mid-2029.
- Delo, co-founder of BitMEX and previously convicted in the US but pardoned by Donald Trump, emphasized the need for Reform UK to focus on governance planning rather than fundraising amid recent controversies.
- Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, has faced allegations related to illegal donation practices, causing a decline in its polling lead, though Farage welcomed Delo's substantial donation as a vote of confidence.
- Delo's donation surpasses previous records and reflects his long-term support for Reform UK, highlighting his belief that the party is capable of reversing Britain's decline and deserves serious backing despite scrutiny.
