Robert Jenrick faced intense questioning on Good Morning Britain after releasing a video challenging rail fare dodgers. The Conservative MP admitted he did not report to police a man who claimed to be carrying a knife on the tube.
Presenter Susanna Reid pressed Jenrick on why he failed to report the incident, asking: 'Which do you think is more serious? Do you think it's fare dodging or carrying knives?' Jenrick acknowledged the knife threat was more serious but insisted both issues matter.
Jenrick explained he did not want the video to be about him, but Reid countered: 'You made it all about you. The video is literally all about you.' She called his reasoning disingenuous.
The interview divided viewers, with some criticising Reid's approach and others condemning Jenrick's handling of the situation. One social media user described the exchange as a 'car crash interview'.
