Reform UK Deputy Leader Richard Tice has defended the party's acceptance of international donations, asserting that the party is not influenced by external entities. Bloomberg posted on X that Tice emphasized the party's independence, stating it has previously resisted pressures from influential figures such as Elon Musk. Tice's comments come amid scrutiny over the party's funding sources and their potential impact on its policies. He reiterated that Reform UK remains committed to its principles and will continue to operate without compromising its values.