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Rishi Sunak Under Fire: The Drama Unfolds in the Conservative Party

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Is Rishi Sunak's leadership in jeopardy? Tory infighting reaches new heights as calls for his replacement intensify. Get the scoop on the latest political turmoil!

Rishi Sunak, the current Prime Minister, is facing a storm of controversy within the Conservative Party. Simon Clarke's bold call for Sunak to step down has triggered a significant backlash, with senior Tories denouncing the move as 'dangerous and reckless.' The right-wing Telegraph newspaper's scathing op-ed further highlights the growing rift in the party, questioning Sunak's leadership capabilities.

As the tension escalates, Sunak finds himself in the midst of personal insults with Sir Keir Starmer, adding fuel to the already blazing fire of dissent. Despite the upheaval, many Conservative MPs are rallying around Sunak, expressing their support amidst the chaos. The future of Sunak's leadership hangs in the balance as the party grapples with internal divisions.

In the midst of the turmoil, a comparison to Jeremy Corbyn has emerged, with Telegraph readers debating the necessity of replacing Sunak. The plot thickens as talk of ousting Sunak continues, with Liz Truss and other senior Tories pushing back against the calls for his resignation.

While some Tory MPs hope for stability, others anticipate further right-wing rebellion, raising concerns about the party's future. With various factions within the Conservatives clashing over Sunak's leadership, the political landscape remains uncertain and volatile.

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Simon Clarke's call for Rishi Sunak to go sparks backlash (BBC News)

Several ex-cabinet ministers criticise Sir Simon Clarke, after he says Rishi Sunak should be replaced as PM.

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Simon Clarke advised to lie down by Tory MP after calling for Sunak ... (The Guardian)

Senior Conservatives dismiss former cabinet minister's intervention as 'isolated' and 'dangerous, reckless, selfish'

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Unrealistic call to replace Rishi Sunak reveals a bigger blow to his ... (Financial Times)

Stinging op-ed from the rightwing Telegraph newspaper shows Tory-friendly media is not on his side.

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Rishi Sunak news – live: Tory civil war as Simon Clarke warns party ... (The Independent)

In calls that would see the Tories elect the country's fourth prime minister in just 18 months, Mr Clarke alleged that Mr Sunak's “uninspiring leadership is the ...

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Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer trade personal insults during ... (The Irish News)

The exchanges took place after former Cabinet minister Sir Simon Clarke called for Mr Sunak to be replaced as Tory leader.

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Tory infighting breaks out after former minister calls on Sunak to go ... (Sky News)

Senior Tories have pushed back against comments from Sir Simon Clarke calling for Rishi Sunak to stand down - with the infighting likened to an episode of ...

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Why Rishi Sunak is unlikely to be ousted as Tory leader — for now (The Times)

Sir Simon Clarke has pushed for the prime minister to go and some Conservative MPs privately say they would love a change, but most doubt it would boost ...

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Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer trade personal insults during ... (Impartial Reporter)

The exchanges took place after former Cabinet minister Sir Simon Clarke called for Mr Sunak to be replaced as Tory leader.

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'Rishi Sunak is the new Jeremy Corbyn' (Telegraph.co.uk)

Telegraph readers debate whether the Prime Minister should be replaced ahead of the next general election.

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Tories attack plot to dump Rishi Sunak led by Liz Truss ally (The Independent)

Sacked cabinet minister Sir Simon Clarke says party faces election 'massacre' unless PM ousted – but senior Tories say he has 'lost his senses'

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Tory MPs rally around Rishi Sunak after ex-minister calls for PM to quit (The Guardian)

MPs from all wings of the party join in criticism of Simon Clarke, with some saying he should lose the whip after comments.

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Rishi Sunak braced for further right-wing rebellion after resignation call (Financial Times)

Former cabinet minister demands premier's ouster while 'PopCons' prepare to step up policy pressure.

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Tory MPs Cling To Hope That Calls For Rishi Sunak To Go Will Not ... (PoliticsHome.com)

A number of Conservative MPs are holding on to hope that former cabinet minister Simon Clarke's call for Rishi Sunak to be replaced as Prime Minister ...

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Weak UK Tory Rebels Struggle to Undermine Unpopular Rishi Sunak (Yahoo News)

(Bloomberg) -- A senior Conservative politician who used a major newspaper to warn of electoral “catastrophe” if the ruling party keeps Prime Minister Rishi ...

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Former adviser to Rishi Sunak working with Tory rebels trying to oust ... (The Guardian)

Will Dry, who quit his No 10 role last November after becoming dispirited, says his party is 'heading for most almighty of defeats'

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Has Rishi Sunak seen off latest Tory wobbles? (BBC News)

As Tory MPs got together on Wednesday for a "family photo", the widespread view was talk of changing leader was bonkers.

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