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September 13, 2025

Musk warns 'violence is coming' at UK 'Unite the Kingdom' rally

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Tells crowd "violence is coming, fight back or die" via Whitehall livestream

On Sept. 13, 2025, Elon Musk addressed the Tommy Robinson 'Unite the Kingdom' rally in London via video link shown on large screens.

The Metropolitan Police estimated attendance at 110,000 to 150,000 people and said 26 officers were injured in disorder, four seriously.

The Met reported 25 arrests as of 19:30 on Sept. 13, 2025, and said hundreds of officers from other forces supported the operation.

Speakers included far-right figures such as Eric Zemmour and Petr Bystron. The event drew anti-racism counter-protests organised by Stand Up To Racism of about 5,000 people.

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People, bills, and sources

Elon Musk

CEO of Tesla and SpaceX; owner of X

Tommy Robinson (Stephen Yaxley-Lennon)

Far-right campaigner; former EDL leader

Keir Starmer

Keir Starmer

Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Matt Twist

Metropolitan Police Assistant Commissioner

What you can do

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civic action

Submit an Ofcom complaint about broadcast amplification

If you believe a broadcast or platform amplified calls to violence, file a formal complaint with Ofcom using their online forms.

Ofcom Complaint Template: Broadcast Amplification of Calls to Violence

Subject: Complaint About Broadcast/Platform Amplification of Calls to Violence at "Unite the Kingdom" Rally

Complaint Details:

I am filing a complaint because I believe a broadcast or platform amplified calls to violence made during the "Unite the Kingdom" rally on Sep. 13, 2025.

Background: On Sep. 13, 2025, Elon Musk addressed the "Unite the Kingdom" rally in central London by video link, saying "violence is coming to you" and "you either fight back or you die." The Metropolitan Police estimated 110,000-150,000 attendees, reported 26 officers injured (four seriously), and made 25 arrests by 19:30. The Prime Minister condemned the remarks as dangerous.

Specific concerns:

  1. [Platform/Broadcaster Name] amplified Musk's remarks containing calls to violence
  2. The remarks were broadcast/livestreamed without appropriate warnings or context
  3. The amplification may have contributed to the violence that injured 26 police officers
  4. The content violates Ofcom's rules on harmful content and incitement to violence

Evidence:

  • Date and time of broadcast: [Date and time]
  • Platform/channel: [Name]
  • URL or program name: [If available]
  • Specific quotes, "violence is coming to you" and "you either fight back or you die"

Request: I request that Ofcom investigate whether [Platform/Broadcaster Name] violated broadcasting rules by amplifying calls to violence and take appropriate enforcement action.

How to file: Submit complaint online at: https://www.ofcom.org.uk/complaints Or by phone: 0300 123 3333

[Your name and contact information]

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civic action

Contact your MP about incitement laws

Write to your Member of Parliament to request clarification on enforcement of incitement and public order laws at protests.

Email Template: Contact Your MP About Incitement Law Enforcement

Subject: Request for Clarification on Incitement and Public Order Law Enforcement

To: [Your MP's email - find at https://members.parliament.uk/] From: [Your name and postal address]

Email:

Dear [MP's name],

I am writing to request clarification on enforcement of incitement and public order laws at protests, particularly in light of the Sep. 13, 2025 "Unite the Kingdom" rally in central London.

Background: During the rally, Elon Musk addressed attendees by video link, saying "violence is coming to you" and "you either fight back or you die." The Metropolitan Police reported 26 officers injured (four seriously) and 25 arrests. The Prime Minister condemned the remarks as dangerous.

Specific questions:

  1. What is the current legal framework for prosecuting incitement to violence at public rallies?
  2. Why were Musk's remarks not immediately addressed as potential incitement?
  3. What changes, if any, are needed to better enforce incitement laws at large public gatherings?
  4. How can the government better prevent violence at political rallies while protecting free speech?

Why this matters: When speakers call for violence at rallies with 110,000-150,000 attendees, it creates a dangerous situation. The fact that 26 police officers were injured shows the real-world consequences. I want to understand how the law protects public safety while respecting free speech rights.

Request: I request that you clarify the government's position on enforcing incitement laws at public rallies and explain what steps are being taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Yours sincerely, [Your name] [Your address] [Your contact information]

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