Tom McTague

Tom McTague, London correspondent for The Atlantic, dives into the chaotic and brief premiership of Liz Truss, who holds the record for the shortest time in office. He humorously highlights a tabloid’s comparison of her tenure to a lettuce that outlasted her. The conversation covers the fallout from her controversial tax cuts, the resulting financial turmoil, and intense public outrage. McTague also discusses the political vacuum left behind and the potential paths forward for the Conservative Party in the UK's turbulent political landscape.

Tom McTague, UnHerd's Political Editor, dissects Labour's recent victory in the UK general election on the podcast. They explore the data showing a shallow win for Labour, strategic voting patterns of the Liberal Democrats, challenges facing the new government, and political dynamics in Europe post-Brexit.

Journalist Tom McTague explores Nigel Farage's rebel army in Great Yarmouth, discussing immigration, fishing, post-Brexit neglect, labor standards, and Farage's campaign strategies. Emotions of betrayal, frustration, and desires for change in the political landscape are highlighted.

UnHerd columnists Aris Roussinos, Mary Harrington, and Tom McTague discuss the lack of distinction between the British Conservative and Labour parties leading up to the general election. They explore the concept of a 'UNIPARTY' with shared positions on key issues, including immigration, war, and culture. The episode delves into voter skepticism, party legitimacy, and the need for meaningful choices in the political landscape.

Former Director of Communications Lee Cain and Political Editor Tom McTague join for an emergency election roundtable discussing UK politics, unexpected election call, unmet targets like high taxes, stagnant incomes, increasing NHS wait times, voter disenchantment, impact of COVID-19, Tory party challenges post-partygate scandal, and reconnecting with public experiences to rebuild trust.