Priti Patel Joins Tory Leadership Race

Former British Home Secretary Priti Patel has launched her bid to become the new leader of the Conservative Party, making her the fifth candidate in the race to replace Rishi Sunak. Patel, the first female candidate, aims to unite the fractured party and focus on core conservative values. She has pledged to end internal infighting and emphasized that the recent election defeat was due to politicians' discord rather than party values. Patel's campaign is centered on the slogan 'Unite to Win,' and she promises to make the party 'match fit' for the next general election. Known for her tenure under Boris Johnson, Patel's leadership bid comes amid a crowded field of candidates, with Kemi Badenoch also expected to declare her candidacy soon.