Mordaunt stays mum on leadership bid rumors
Penny Mordaunt has chosen to remain silent on recent reports suggesting a plot to make her the Prime Minister, with sources close to her dismissing the claims as unfounded troublemaking.
Allies maintain she won't give credibility to the rumors
According to sources, Mordaunt is reluctant to address the alleged bid for her to become PM publicly, as doing so could lend legitimacy to the speculation. She is said to be steering clear of the current wave of leadership discussions.
Rishi Sunak has her backing amid leadership concerns
Despite mounting concerns within the Conservative Party about Boris Johnson's leadership, allies of Mordaunt affirm her support for Rishi Sunak. Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch mentioned that Mordaunt has distanced herself from the plotters, although no official statement has been issued.
Call for unity behind the Prime Minister
Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch urged MPs to stop fueling speculation and rally behind the Prime Minister, emphasizing the need for unity within the party. One Nation chairman Damian Green also dismissed the rumors, stating that there is no substance to the claims of a leadership bid involving Mordaunt.
