Good Morning Britain host Richard Madeley didn't hold back as he confronted Tory MP Jonathan Gullis over the government's embattled Rwanda deportation policy in a tense on-air debate.
The veteran broadcaster challenged Gullis on the scheme's feasibility and cost to taxpayers, asking pointedly: "How can you justify spending hundreds of millions deporting just a handful of people?"
Gullis defended the policy as a deterrent, claiming: "We must break the people smuggling gangs' business model." But Madeley fired back: "The numbers simply don't add up - we've spent £240 million to remove four people. That's £60 million per deportation!"
Viewers Divided Over Fiery Exchange
The heated discussion sparked strong reactions on social media, with some praising Madeley's tough questioning while others accused him of bias.
One viewer tweeted: "Finally someone holding these ministers to account!" while another countered: "Typical anti-Tory rhetoric from GMB as usual."
Rwanda Scheme Faces Mounting Criticism
The controversial policy, which would see some asylum seekers relocated to Rwanda, has faced numerous legal challenges and parliamentary setbacks since being announced in April 2022.
With the next general election looming, the debate highlights growing tensions within the Conservative Party over immigration strategy and public spending priorities.
