Liz Truss is challenging accusations from Labour leader Keir Starmer that she crashed the UK economy during her brief tenure as Prime Minister.
She has sent a cease and desist letter to Starmer, asserting that his claims are "false and defamatory," affecting her reputation and political career.
Truss's legal team argues that the aftermath of her mini-budget did not constitute a "crash" since it didn't lead to a drop in GDP or rise in unemployment.
Despite her attempts at damage control, including public statements and appearances, opposition figures maintain their criticisms, with Starmer's spokesperson refusing to back down.
This situation has renewed public discussion of Truss and her policies, but largely in a negative light, raising questions about her political future.