The Daily T Jacob Rees-Mogg on Tory 'psychodrama': Badenoch and Farage must work together
Jan 28, 2026
Reverend Richard Coles, former musician turned Church of England priest and author, reflects on Sarah Mullally’s confirmation and church safeguarding. Kemi Badenoch, Conservative MP and party leader figure, fires back at ‘psychodrama’, defection drama and contrasts her party with Reform. Jacob Rees-Mogg, long-serving Conservative politician and commentator, urges right-wing unity, debates election tactics and discusses Shamima Begum and national identity.
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Psychodrama Critique
- Kemi Badenoch condemns recent defections as "psychodrama" and labels defectors "drama queens."
- She argues Conservatives should focus on governing work, not spectacle.
Consider Tactical Alliances
- Jacob Rees-Mogg urged tactical cooperation with Reform to defeat Labour in unwinnable Conservative seats.
- He framed this as necessary to unite the right for a future Conservative government.
Don't Weaponise Mental Health
- Jacob Rees-Mogg condemns party claims about mental health during Suella Braverman's defection as unacceptable.
- He says such comments breach confidentiality and are a serious offence.