James Cleverly Takes Over as Home Secretary
James Cleverly has been appointed as the UK's new Home Secretary, according to sources. He was seen entering 10 Downing Street this morning, following the dismissal of former Home Secretary Braverman. The move comes after Braverman faced criticism for her comments about the police, which some believe contributed to violent clashes between pro-Palestinian protestors and far-right groups.
Reshuffle Amidst Tory Civil War
As the Conservative Party descends into a major civil war, Chancellor Rishi Sunak is set to conduct a major reshuffle today. The reshuffle comes in the wake of growing calls for Braverman to resign. Cleverly's appointment as Home Secretary is seen as an attempt to bring stability to the government.
Cleverly's Political Career
James Cleverly has held various positions in government. He served as the UK Foreign Secretary since September 2022 and was previously appointed by Liz Truss. Before that, Cleverly was the Education Secretary for three months under Boris Johnson. He has also held roles in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, including Minister of State for Europe and North America. Cleverly has been an MP since 2015 and was a member of the London Assembly since 2007.
Speculation Surrounds David Cameron
Former Prime Minister David Cameron was also seen entering number 10 this morning, fueling speculation that he may take on a new role in the government. The reshuffle comes at a crucial time, with the Supreme Court set to rule on the legality of the Rwanda deportation scheme in just three days.
