James Cleverly Takes Lead As Tom Tugendhat Exits Conservative Race Tugendhat's withdrawal positions Cleverly as frontrunner amid fierce competition from Jenrick and BadenochTom Tugendhat's bid for the Conservative leadership has come to an abrupt end, as he was eliminated after securing just 20 votes in the latest round of voting among MPs. This is significant news, marking yet another shift within the Conservative Party as it struggles to find its footing amid internal divisions and external pressures. The latest results of the leadership race have seen James Cleverly pull ahead, trumping his rivals Robert Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch. The shifting sands of Conservative leadership come at a time of heightened scrutiny for party members and increasing pressure for fresh leadership. Mark your calendars—the conclusion of this leadership race appears set for November 2, when the final two candidates will present their case directly to the Conservative members.

Source: The Guardian October 09, 2024 03:26 UTC