Suella Braverman has switched allegiance to Reform, a move marked by controversy.
The former Home Secretary has a history of making contentious statements, leading to her dismissal from the Home Office twice for breaching protocol.
Braverman has joined Reform alongside former colleague Robert Jenrick, criticizing the state of Britain despite her involvement in previous Tory administrations.
Some of her notable moments include her controversial endorsement of deporting asylum seekers under the failed Rwanda scheme, which drew strong criticism for trivializing their plight.
Braverman faced further backlash for sending official documents from a personal email, resulting in her initial dismissal, only to be reappointed shortly after by Rishi Sunak.
Her tenure as Home Secretary ended in 2023 following backlash over an article criticizing police chiefs and her failure to consult with No10, raising concerns about breaching ministerial code.
Braverman has also faced criticism for her remarks on homelessness, where she described it as a “lifestyle choice” and advocated for penalties against charities aiding homeless individuals.
Her reputation was further tarnished by allegations of seeking special treatment for a speeding offense, with claims of attempting to expense the fine.
Additionally, Braverman sparked outrage for her language surrounding asylum seekers and grooming gangs, drawing parallels with far-right rhetoric and facing accusations of breaching ministerial rules.
Despite these controversies, Braverman remains defiant, often deflecting criticism and blaming various groups for societal issues, further polarizing public opinion.
Her contentious comments regarding refugees and LGBT individuals have also fueled backlash, with calls for stricter asylum policies and criticism for undermining key protections.
In an incident involving Rwandan refugees, Braverman claimed ignorance despite the issue being documented by the Home Office and raised in Parliament months earlier.
