Suella Braverman's Resignation Letter Slams Rishi Sunak for Betrayal

Suella Braverman, the former Home Secretary, has criticized Rishi Sunak for his failure to implement key policies. In a strongly-worded letter to the Prime Minister, Braverman stated that Sunak has broken his promise to do "whatever it takes" to prevent small boats from crossing the English Channel. Braverman, known for her right-wing stance, was dismissed from her position on Monday, initiating a significant cabinet reshuffle. She accused the Prime Minister of repeatedly and visibly falling short in delivering on policy priorities, suggesting that he is either unable or unwilling to fulfill his promises. Braverman emphasized that the government's plan is ineffective, citing substantial election losses and unsuccessful resets. She urged Johnson to make urgent changes to their approach. Braverman's dismissal came after criticisms that she exacerbated tensions ahead of pro-Palestinian protests in London. Her removal followed an article she wrote for the Times in which she claimed that the police applied a double standard to protesters. Braverman also criticized Sunak for failing to address the escalating anti-Semitism and extremism on the streets, accusing him of shying away from making tough decisions to preserve his own political standing. She further argued that the government's efforts to prevent small boat crossings, under the Illegal Migration Act, have been futile. Braverman asserted that the Prime Minister's optimism and disregard for potential setbacks have resulted in a lack of a credible alternative plan. Despite proposing her own contingency plan, Braverman received no response, leading her to conclude that Johnson lacks the willingness and intent to fulfill his pledges to the British people.