Jacob Rees-Mogg, a prominent figure in the Conservative Party and a key advocate for Brexit, has been ousted from his seat in North Somerset, marking a significant defeat for the Tories. The loss to Labour's Dan Norris by over 5,000 votes reflects a broader collapse of the Conservative vote across the UK. Rees-Mogg, who has been a Member of Parliament since 2010, acknowledged the tough night for his party, emphasizing that the Conservatives have 'no divine right to votes.' This event is being compared to the infamous 'Portillo moment' of 1997, symbolizing a dramatic and unexpected electoral defeat for a high-profile politician. The election results signal a potential shift in the political landscape, with the Conservatives facing a critical analysis of their appeal to voters.
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Jacob Rees-Mogg says Conservatives have 'no divine right to votes' as his constituency is 'too close to call'
https://somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/jacob-rees-mogg-sa…
Jacob Rees-Mogg spoke of a "terrible night" for the Conservatives in an interview with the BBC tonight (July 4), saying the Conservative Party has 'no divine right to votes'. His interview comes as the exit poll by Ipsos UK says the constituency of Somerset North East & Hanham is "too close to call".
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Conservatives latest: Jacob Rees-Mogg loses seat on terrible night for top Tories
https://telegraph.co.uk/politics/conservatives-general-election…
Jacob Rees-Mogg has been ousted in North Somerset amid a terrible night for senior Tories as the party heads for a crushing electoral defeat. Sir Jacob lost his seat to Labour in a reflection of a collapse in the Tory vote across the UK.
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