Former Prime Minister Liz Truss ignited controversy while speaking at a prominent US conservative gathering, suggesting a surprising openness to the idea of the United Kingdom adopting a right to bear arms similar to that enshrined in the Second Amendment of the American Constitution.
The discussion arose during a conversation with Greg Bovino, a figure previously criticized for his views on immigration. Bovino’s stark assertion that “citizens are going to continue to die at the hands of illegal aliens” set a charged tone, leading to a broader debate about citizen rights and state power.
Truss framed her position by referencing historical context, claiming that a right to bear arms existed in Britain during “Anglo-Saxon times” before being curtailed by French influence. This assertion, while unconventional, formed the basis of her argument.
She articulated a core rationale, stating she could “see the logic of the right to bear arms” particularly in light of perceived overreach by the state and suppression of free speech within the UK. Truss drew a direct parallel to the intentions of America’s founding fathers.
The remarks were made at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Texas, an event described as a major gathering for right-wing political figures. Truss used the platform to advocate for a significant political shift in the UK, calling for a “Trump-style revolution.”
Adding to the complexity, Truss announced plans to bring a similar CPAC-style event to the UK in July. However, her initiative appears to have met with resistance from prominent British conservatives, including Nigel Farage, Jacob Rees-Mogg, and Kemi Badenoch, who have indicated they will not participate.
The situation took a further turn when Badenoch publicly questioned Truss’s residency, suggesting she “doesn’t even live in the country” and implying she had relocated to the United States. This comment, made during a radio interview, added another layer of political friction.
The video of Truss’s comments has garnered limited attention, accumulating fewer than 1,500 views within the first 18 hours of its release, yet the implications of her statements continue to reverberate within political circles.
