United Kingdom Treasury and City Minister Tulip Siddiq has stepped down following a series of allegations and mounting criticism. Despite her resignation, the controversy surrounding her actions continues to dominate discussions in British political circles. Her departure has not only raised questions about her conduct but has also placed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer under scrutiny, as Siddiq was widely regarded as one of his close allies.

The issue gained further traction when billionaire entrepreneur and tech mogul Elon Musk, owner of the social media platform X, weighed in on the matter. On Wednesday (January 15), Musk shared a post on X, accusing Tulip Siddiq of being corrupt. His post was in response to a tweet by Mario Nawfal discussing Siddiq's resignation. Musk stated, “The UK’s anti-corruption minister from the ruling Labour Party is herself corrupt,” sparking widespread debate online.

Tulip Siddiq, however, has denied all allegations leveled against her. She claimed that her resignation was intended to shield the government from further distractions. Following her exit, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer appointed Emma Reynolds as her replacement in the Treasury and City Minister role.

Siddiq, a member of the ruling Labour Party, had been serving as Economic Secretary to the Treasury and City Minister since her party's victory in last year’s general election. Her responsibilities included combating financial corruption within the UK’s economic system. However, her tenure became embroiled in controversy due to several allegations. These included concealing rental income from a London flat, accepting a free apartment as a gift from a businessperson linked to the Awami League, harassing the wife of a barrister, threatening a pregnant journalist, and being implicated in corruption tied to Bangladesh’s Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant project.

The mounting pressure ultimately led to Siddiq’s resignation on Tuesday. Despite stepping down, she has maintained her innocence, denying all accusations and emphasizing her decision was in the best interest of the government. Her resignation has ignited debates within the Labour Party and the British Parliament, further straining relations among party members.

Prime Minister Starmer has faced backlash from members of his own party, who have criticized him for his close association with Siddiq. Many argue that her appointment and subsequent controversies have undermined the Labour Party’s credibility, particularly on issues of transparency and corruption.

As the scandal continues to unfold, it remains a significant topic in both British politics and international discussions, amplified by the involvement of high-profile figures such as Elon Musk.