Truss’ hopes of reaching the bottom two by uniting the right were boosted as the majority of Braverman’s supporters appeared likely to get behind her, bringing her within striking distance of her rival Mordant. The race for the final two in the competition became fierce as Truss tried to regain his momentum. She insisted she would not make any “derogatory comments” about her opponents, but her supporters were given permission to do so. Suella Braverman has been ruled out of the Tory leadership contest They publicly attacked Mordaunt’s ability and record in government, implying that she had achieved nothing as a minister. A
