Badenoch and Jenrick Advance in Tory Leadership Race

The Conservative Party leadership race has narrowed down to Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick after James Cleverly, previously leading, was unexpectedly eliminated. Badenoch received 42 votes against Jenrick's 41, while Cleverly garnered 37, losing support unexpectedly. This development marks the influence of Nigel Farage on the party, shifting focus to right-wing policies in response to electoral losses. Both Badenoch, known for her 'anti-woke' stance, and Jenrick, who opposes the European Convention of Human Rights, represent a more conservative approach. Tory members will decide the new leader by October 31, with results announced on November 2. The leadership change comes amid the Conservative Party's efforts to unite and recover from significant electoral defeats.