Sam Blewett

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The U.K. leader believed he was communicating with White House chief of staff Susie Wiles.

What’s driving the day in Westminster. Politics and policymaking in the UK capital. By SAM BLEWETT with MEGAN MCELROY Send tips here | Subscribe for free | Politics at Sam and Anne’s po…

The Reform UK leader wanted to send a “people versus the establishment” message in Clacton. But he’ll face continued scrutiny of his finances — and questions over his judgement.

Reform UK leader sails home in special contest he triggered amid scrutiny of his finances — but misses the count.

Even Reform voters are lamenting that the populist leader is making their town “look a bit of a laughing stock.”

Prominent Tory MP Chris Philp vows to raise incident with the French ambassador — but authorities on both sides of the Channel point to routine training exercise.

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Presented by Rolls-Royce By SAM BLEWETT with ISABEL LOUBSER PRESENTED BY Send tips here | Subscribe for free | Politics at Sam and Anne’s podcast | Listen to Playbook and view in your browser…

A big Cabinet reshuffle under the new PM yielded some surprises — and opened up some potential fresh Westminster dramas.