James Cleverly Eliminated from Tory Leadership Race

James Cleverly has been unexpectedly eliminated from the Conservative leadership race, with Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick emerging as the final two candidates. In the fourth round of voting, Badenoch secured 42 votes, while Jenrick followed closely with 41, leaving Cleverly with only 37 votes despite being a strong contender earlier in the contest. This turnaround has shocked many, as Cleverly was previously viewed as a favorite, especially after leading in earlier votes. The remaining candidates are seen as aligned with the right of the party, contrasting Cleverly's centrist position. Conservative Party members will now vote on November 2 to determine the new leader, reflecting on recent challenges following a significant general election defeat. The contest has seen a series of eliminations including Priti Patel and Tom Tugendhat, culminating in this surprising outcome.