James Cleverly's last-minute appeal to supportive MPs to avoid tactical voting in the leadership contest backfired, resulting in his elimination—further illustrating the fragility of political alliances.
Despite being the last centrist standing, Cleverly's efforts to unify support throughout the Tory leadership race failed. His attempt to dissuade tactical votes could not save him from a surprise exit.
Cleverly's team feared supporters could back the candidate they believed would lose to him in the final vote of party members, highlighting the intricate dynamics of party politics.
In a surprising turn, tactical voting by MPs ultimately contributed to Cleverly's downfall, as he managed to secure only 37 votes compared to Badenoch and Jenrick's higher tallies.
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