About this episode

James O’Brien discusses the implications of the latest scandal involving Nigel Farage and questions whether it marks a turning point for him.

James O’Brien is back - and straight into the storm. In today’s episode, James asks whether this time really is different for Nigel Farage, as questions mount over his secretive £5 million "gift', his shifting explanations, and a response that James argues has made him look rattled, thin-skinned and weak. If Farage has always sold himself as the outsider taking on the establishment, has the mask finally slipped? This episode was recorded on the 13th of July. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

People in this episode

Host: James O’Brien

Topics covered

• politics
• scandal
• media analysis
• public perception
• accountability

Keywords

• Farage scandal
• politics
• James O’Brien
• media
• public reaction

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Organizations: Global

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