‘MESSED it all up!’ Yvette Cooper SLATED for ‘SITTING’ on the TRUTH about Southport and rape gangs

Yvette Cooper has come under fire on GB News for her handling of several key issues as Home Secretary, with critics accusing her of being “out of her depth” and failing to address the nation’s most pressing concerns effectively. From the Southport killings to grooming gang inquiries and illegal immigration, Cooper’s leadership has faced scrutiny for being reactive, inconsistent, and lacking in meaningful outcomes.

The Southport case, involving Axel Rudakubana, remains a focal point of criticism. It’s now clear that both Cooper and Prime Minister Keir Starmer knew early on about Rudakubana’s violent history, referrals to the Prevent counter-terrorism program, his possession of a jihadi training manual, and the biological weapon ricin. Yet, this critical information was withheld from the public for months. Starmer defended the decision, saying it was to avoid prejudicing the trial, but critics argue this secrecy fueled misinformation and riots during the summer.

GB News panelists questioned Cooper’s role in withholding information. They argued that releasing key details sooner could have calmed tensions and prevented unrest. “While misinformation spread online, she was sitting on the truth,” said one panelist. The delay in transparency has led to accusations of incompetence and neglect, with some blaming Cooper for contributing to public distrust.

The handling of grooming gang inquiries has also been a sore point. Jess Phillips, a Labour minister under Cooper, initially rejected calls for a national inquiry into grooming gangs, despite overwhelming public support. After significant backlash, including intervention from Elon Musk and a GB News poll showing 73% support for an inquiry, Cooper announced localized inquiries instead. Critics have called this a “U-turn under pressure,” accusing her of trying to appease the public without addressing the root causes of systemic failures.

Another major challenge has been illegal immigration. Since the start of the year, over 1,000 migrants have crossed the English Channel. Critics argue that Cooper has failed to deliver on Labour’s promises to address this issue. “She’s had several big moments to prove herself, and she’s fumbled every single one,” said a panelist. “If she can’t manage these key issues, why is she still in the job?”

GB News host Eamonn Holmes also pointed to Cooper’s background, questioning whether she has the experience or real-world understanding necessary for the role. “She’s spent her entire career in politics, with almost no experience outside the Westminster bubble,” Holmes remarked. “Politics is the only industry where you can fail upwards.”

During a heated panel discussion, GB News presenter Alex Armstrong highlighted inconsistencies in Cooper’s approach. He contrasted her reaction to the Southport riots with her response to previous incidents, such as the Manchester Airport protests. “She wasn’t worried about prejudicing cases then,” Armstrong said. “But now, she’s claiming secrecy was necessary. It’s double standards, and people are angry about it.”

While some panelists defended Cooper, noting that she inherited longstanding issues like the failures of the Prevent program and rising knife crime, others argued that this does not excuse her lack of effective action. “Prevent is broken,” one journalist acknowledged.

But this young man [Rudakubana] was expelled from school, caught carrying knives, and referred to Prevent multiple times. There were red flags everywhere. This isn’t just about one program failing—it’s a systemic problem.”

The discussion also touched on the role of Rudakubana’s family and community, with panelists questioning why more wasn’t done to address his deteriorating behavior. “His father stopped him from attacking his school with a knife just a week before the murders,” one commentator said. “How many more warning signs did authorities need?”

Cooper’s defenders argued that no Home Secretary could fix these deeply rooted problems overnight. They pointed to her time as Chair of the Home Affairs Select Committee, where she was praised for holding ministers accountable. However, critics dismissed this as insufficient. “She’s been in politics for 27 years. Can anyone name a single concrete achievement?” one panelist asked.

The debate also touched on broader failures in government, with some blaming previous Conservative administrations for creating the conditions that led to these crises. “The Tories have been in power for 14 years, and the Prevent program has been failing for just as long,” one journalist noted. “This isn’t just about Cooper—it’s about a broken system.”

Ultimately, the panel concluded that Cooper has failed to inspire confidence in her ability to lead as Home Secretary. “Whether it’s stopping the boats, addressing grooming gangs, or handling Southport, she seems to be constantly on the back foot,” Holmes said. “The question is: how much longer can she stay in the job before public frustration boils over?”