At the Conservative Party conference, Robert Jenrick found himself at the centre of attention after making a failed attempt to troll LBC presenter James O’Brien during his leadership pitch. The Tory leadership hopeful took to the stage to try and impress party members, but his remarks didn’t quite hit the mark.
In his speech, Jenrick aimed jabs at various cabinet members, attempting to win over the crowd with humour. However, when he shifted his focus to well-known radio host James O’Brien, things didn’t go as planned. Jenrick’s attempt at humour fell flat, and O’Brien’s response, which was shared online, has been praised for its restraint.
While O’Brien is often known for his sharp wit, this time his reply was a model of calm and measured response, earning him praise across social media. Many viewed his comeback as a lesson in staying composed in the face of political trolling.
Jenrick’s speech was part of the leadership contest where candidates are vying to replace Rishi Sunak as the next Conservative leader. However, with his pitch not landing as well as expected, some are questioning whether he will remain in the race for long.
The leadership contest continues to be a challenging one for all the candidates, and with each speech being scrutinised, moments like these can make or break their campaigns. Whether Jenrick’s attempt to take on O’Brien will be remembered fondly or as a misstep remains to be seen.
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