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Sunak Shuffles Cabinet, Appoints David Cameron as Foreign Secretary
Sunak Shuffles Cabinet, Appoints David Cameron as Foreign Secretary
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a significant cabinet reshuffle on Monday, appointing former Prime Minister David Cameron as the new foreign minister.
The move came after the dismissal of interior minister Suella Braverman, who had faced criticism for her comments on police actions, posing a challenge to Sunak’s leadership.
The decision to bring in Cameron, a former Conservative leader, signals a shift towards more centrist and experienced figures in the government, diverging from the right-wing faction that had supported Braverman.
The reshuffle is seen as a strategic move by Sunak to strengthen his position ahead of the upcoming elections, where the Conservative Party is trailing behind the Labour Party.
Braverman’s removal from the cabinet was prompted by her unauthorized article last week, accusing the police of “double standards” during protests.
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The article suggested bias in favour of right-wing demonstrators over pro-Palestinian marchers, leading to heightened tensions and clashes during a recent demonstration.
James Cleverly, the former foreign minister, has taken over Braverman’s position. Cleverly is regarded as a steady and reliable figure within the party.
The surprise appointment of Cameron, who faced political setbacks after the 2016 EU membership referendum, was met with mixed reactions.
Centrist Conservatives welcomed the move, citing Cameron’s international experience as beneficial for maintaining stability.
However, some right-wing members expressed disappointment over Braverman’s removal and voiced concerns that she could become a vocal force on the parliamentary backbenches.
The reshuffle reflects Sunak’s efforts to navigate internal party tensions and reinforce his leadership, setting the stage for a potentially transformative period in the lead-up to the anticipated elections.
