Reform UK Chairman Apologizes for Tweet, Cites Exhaustion; Resigns

Former Reform UK Chairman Zia Yusuf Apologizes for 'Dumb' Tweet, Cites Exhaustion LONDON, June 10, 2025 – Zia Yusuf, the former chairman of the Reform UK party, issued a public apology this week for a tweet he sent criticizing a fellow MP's question. The tweet, which was directed at MP Sarah Pochin, was widely seen as intemperate. In an exclusive interview with GB News, Yusuf explained his actions, stating, "My tweet was an intemperate tweet born of exhaustion." He also confirmed that he had apologized to his colleagues in the party. The interview revealed the intense pressures Yusuf faced during the recent local elections, where he was heavily involved in campaigning. "I basically hadn't had a day off," he said, describing a period of intense activity following the elections. The apology follows Yusuf's recent resignation from his position within Reform UK. While the exact reasons for his resignation remain unclear, the interview hints at the toll the intense political activity has taken on him. The incident highlights the pressures faced by political figures and the importance of considered communication in the public sphere. The apology and the interview provide a glimpse into the human side of politics, illustrating the challenges and sacrifices involved in political leadership.