Sound the alarm for a KemiKaze breakfast, then hit snooze for the Starmer roadshow | John Crace

theguardian.comPublished: 4/28/2025

Summary

Kemi Badenoch, who once embodied British pathos as the Tory leader, now faces a leadership crisis after six months in charge, struggling to inspire voters with her ideas amidst political gridlock. Despite her rivals like Robert Jenrick openly campaigning for her replacement, she dismisses their advances easily, mirroring her past public image. The interview ended with resignation and bravado, as she defended transgender rights while hinting at potential defeat. Her leadership struggles and personal disinterest marked the end of a promising era for the Conservative Party.