James Cleverly Leads Tory Leadership Race

James Cleverly has emerged as the frontrunner in the Conservative leadership race, receiving 39 votes in the latest round, significantly ahead of Robert Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch. He has garnered support following a strong performance at the recent Conservative conference, where he urged the party to adopt a more moderate approach. Tom Tugendhat was eliminated after receiving only 20 votes, leaving Cleverly, Jenrick, and Badenoch to compete for the leadership. The final two contenders will be determined after another vote today, with the winner set to be announced on November 2. Cleverly's popularity among party members has risen sharply, as reflected in betting odds, making him the new favorite to lead the party. His campaign emphasizes unity and a return to traditional Conservative values to regain power against the Labour Party.