Prime Minister Gaston Browne has predicted the political downfall of opposition MP Algernon “Serpent” Watts, declaring that the United Progressive Party (UPP) representative for St. George “will be deposed” at the next general election.

Browne made the remark during his weekend radio programme Browne and Browne, shortly after confirming Michael Freeland as the Labour Party’s candidate for the constituency. Freeland, who was recently appointed to the Senate, emerged victorious in the party’s internal primary for St. George.

While expressing confidence in Freeland’s chances, Browne launched a scathing critique of the sitting MP.

“He is a very cruel man,” the prime minister said, accusing Watts of publicly humiliating constituents who seek assistance. “You don’t help people by exposing them. That’s not leadership—it’s an abuse of power.”

Browne went further, calling Watts “vacuous” and “empty of ideas,” suggesting that his popularity as a media personality has not translated into tangible results for the people of St. George.

“He has nothing to offer,” Browne said. “Absolutely nothing. And that’s why I’m saying here today: Serpent will be deposed.”

The prime minister’s remarks are part of an early election-season offensive, as both major political parties prepare for the next general polls. The ABLP has already begun unveiling its candidates, while the UPP is expected to defend several marginal seats, including St. George.

Freeland, a former parliamentary secretary, is expected to begin his campaign in earnest in the coming weeks.

No date has been set for the next general election, but Browne’s comments signal a sharpened tone as the battle for key constituencies intensifies.