UK Political Crisis: Braverman Slams Sunak's Leadership as Uncertain and Weak
- Posted on November 15, 2023
- International Conflict and Politics
- By Arijit Dutta
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Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman criticizes Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's leadership as weak and uncertain. She alleges his failure to deliver on key policies, leading to her firing over a controversial article. Sunak appointed David Cameron as Foreign Secretary in a major Cabinet reshuffle, sparking internal party tensions. Braverman's dismissal and Sunak's reshuffle face backlash, with MP Andrea Jenkyns filing a no-confidence letter. Sunak's future as party leader is uncertain as the Conservative Party grapples with internal divisions.

In
a startling development, Suella Braverman, former Home Secretary of the United Kingdom, launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, accusing him
of weak and uncertain leadership. This comes a day after Braverman was fired
due to a controversial article criticizing the Metropolitan Police's handling
of pro-Palestinian protests.
Braverman,
in her resignation letter, expressed disappointment, stating that her support
played a crucial role in Sunak's leadership victory. She claimed that Sunak consistently
failed to fulfill key policies, questioning his capability and intentions. The
stalled plan to send asylum-seekers to Rwanda and Sunak's reluctance to exit
international rights agreements were highlighted as significant concerns.
The ex-Home Secretary accused Sunak of lacking the "appetite" to take necessary actions, especially concerning rising antisemitism and extremism since the Hamas attack on Israel. Her recent article, where she accused the Metropolitan Police of negligence, added fuel to the controversy.
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The
reshuffle saw David Cameron appointed as the new Foreign Secretary after
Braverman's dismissal. Sunak faced criticism for sacking Braverman over
statements not cleared by Downing Street, jeopardizing party unity. MP Andrea
Jenkyns filed a no-confidence letter against Sunak, indicating internal party
dissent.
Braverman's
removal and Sunak's reshuffle have broader implications. Braverman, once seen
as a potential party leader, now faces uncertainty. Sunak's decision to bring
back Cameron is viewed as a last-ditch effort to secure a Conservative win in
2025. The Conservative Party is divided, with calls for Sunak's resignation
growing.
While Braverman enjoys support from some Conservatives, others fear a return to the party's "nasty" image. With Sunak's leadership questioned and internal strife escalating, the Conservative Party navigates through a turbulent political landscape.