Former Prime Minister Liz Truss has resurfaced with renewed political commentary, releasing a YouTube video that scrutinizes the Labour Party’s prospects in the upcoming Makerfield by-election. Truss, who served as prime minister for a notably brief period of 49 days, has maintained a low profile since her resignation but continues to engage in political discourse targeting the UK’s current landscape.

In her latest video, titled *Labour’s Secret Plan: Labour PANICKING as Reform surges in Makerfield By-Election*, Truss hosts June Slater, a former UKIP member and political commentator, to present an alternative narrative about the electoral contest in Makerfield. Despite widespread analysis suggesting a comfortable Labour victory, Truss and Slater argue that Labour is in a state of panic due to a rise in support for the Reform Party.

Slater, who recently campaigned alongside Reform candidate Rob Kenyon in Makerfield, described Kenyon as a “quiet man” and “a bit of a thinker,” noting his tendency to respond thoughtfully to constituents’ concerns by consulting his phone for information. Slater asserted that voters were increasingly attracted to Kenyon’s candidacy, claiming symbolic gestures of support such as throwing palm leaves at him. Yet, she acknowledged some hesitation among voters to openly endorse Reform, attributing it to concerns about appearing "hateful" to others.

Truss and Slater did not address these reservations in detail but implied a disconnect between public perceptions and the Reform Party’s appeal. They avoided acknowledging recent controversies within Reform and its broader political alliances, including inflammatory rhetoric reportedly associated with figures linked to the party. Notably, there has been public concern regarding previous statements by individuals such as Nigel Farage, and policy proposals involving immigration and deportation promoted by Zia Yusuf and Robert Jenrick, both connected to Reform.

Since leaving office, Truss’s political activity has been sporadic. She has occasionally spoken at events with far-right associations in the United States but primarily remains active through her self-produced YouTube channel. The channel has drawn a mixture of attention and criticism for its unconventional approach to political commentary and its focus on promoting Reform party perspectives.

Truss’s return to political conversation underscores ongoing divisions within UK politics and highlights the challenges facing both mainstream parties and emerging political groups as the nation prepares for forthcoming elections. The Makerfield by-election remains a key contest to watch, with Labour widely favored to retain the seat despite Reform’s efforts to gain ground.