There are rumours that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak could be ousted before the general election, with the favourite to replace him finally responding to the rumours.
Potential Leadership Change
Reports of a potential leadership change within the Conservative Party have intensified, with Commons leader Penny Mordaunt finally being questioned on the matter.
Mordaunt Front of Queue
Mordaunt is the favourite to become “care-taker” Prime Minister if Sunak was to be ousted by his own Party as reports are claiming.
Sunak Under Fire
Current Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is under fire for multiple reasons, including his responses to racism allegations within the Tory Party.
Tory MPs Hint At Sunak Replacement
Sunak’s criticism has led to mass Tory MP walkouts and public criticism from those who have resigned, with some hinting at a possible replacement before the election.
Mordaunt’s Silence
Despite numerous inquiries from reporters, Penny Mordaunt declined to comment on the ongoing speculation.
Mordaunt Ignores Speculation
When she did speak, Mordaunt insisted she was simply “getting on with” her job instead of focussing on her potential replacement as Prime Minister.
Tory MPs Rush to Sunak’s Defence
Despite speculation, many Tory MPs have also come to Sunak’s defence, dismissing rumours of a potential replacement for the Prime Minister.
Badenoch Slams Ousters
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch argued that the “one or two MPs” who are looking to oust Sunak need to “stop messing around” and concentrate on their jobs.
Badenoch Defends Mordaunt
Badenoch claimed that Penny Mordaunt would dismiss the rumpus herself, saying “I’m sure if Penny was here, she would be distancing herself from those comments.”
Views from Former Defense Secretary
Former defence secretary Ben Wallace weighed in on the matter, suggesting that it may be “too late” to initiate a leadership change.
“March Towards the Sound of Guns”
Instead, Wallace stressed the importance of Tory candidates maintaining focus and unity, calling on them to “March towards the sound of guns.”
“Inconceivable” for Mordaunt to Take Over Role
Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg also came to Sunak’s defence, claiming that it was “Inconceivable” for Mordaunt to take over the role and arguing the Prime Minister is not to blame for Tory dissatisfaction.
“Get On With It” Cries Rees-Mogg
Rees-Mogg insisted that if some Tory MPs weren’t happy with the Prime Minister, they would have “to just get on with it” until the election.
Coming to Sunak’s Defence
Rees-Mogg, the former Tory Cabinet Minister, said, “In defence of Rishi Sunak, it is quite hard for a leader at this stage… to be significantly more popular than his party.”
Party Already Fallen
Rees-Mogg argued that the Tory’s lack of popularity in the polls is not down to Sunak, “The Conservative Party’s popularity fell before Rishi Sunak’s did, so I don’t think we can hold him personally responsible.”
Polls Show Landslide Defeat
A recent Ipsos poll predicted that Sunak’s Conservative Party is about to face a landslide defeat at the hands of Labour leader Sir Kair Starmer at the next election.
Low Public Confidence
The poll revealed that only 20% of the public would vote for the Conservatives if the general election were to be held in May, although Sunak already denied that this would be the case.
Sunak Plays Off Rumours
Sunak himself responded to the comments about a potential ousting by Penny Mordaunt, insisting that he’s focusing on the future of the country instead of listening to rumours.
“Westminster Politics” Claim
While visiting the West Midlands, Sunak insisted that he does not get involved in any form of “Westminster politics” and is focussing on the “future of Britain.”
Tory Rift Unveiling
With rumours becoming louder about a potential Prime Minister shuffle before the election, it’s becoming harder for Tory MPs to hide the rift between Tory MPs.
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