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In Push to Leave One Union, U.K.’s Boris Johnson Risks Another
Amid rising tension over the risk of a “no deal” Brexit, Mr. Johnson made his first official visit as prime minister to Scotland. He was met in Edinburgh with jeers and boos.
Jacob Rees-Mogg, New U.K. Minister, Greets Staff With an Imperial Edict
The leader of Britain’s House of Commons issued a style guide true to his antediluvian manners.
Brexit Clashes Begin as U.K.’s Boris Johnson Pushes a Hard Line
The new prime minister fueled speculation that he was ready to go to a general election if he was blocked by lawmakers from leaving the European Union without a deal.
For Boris Johnson, the Tumult Begins Inside Downing Street
As the country’s first single leader in more than 40 years, he brings an unsettled domestic situation unique in the annals of modern-day prime ministerial politics.
Boris Johnson Becomes U.K. Prime Minister, Replacing Theresa May
The former foreign secretary and London mayor, a polarizing advocate for Brexit, said, “It is time to change the record.”
Trump and Johnson: Allies in Disruption
President Trump is pushing Boris Johnson, the incoming prime minister of Britain, toward a hard break with the European Union. But Mr. Johnson could be constrained.
Boris Johnson to Take Leadership of a Britain in Deep Crisis
Promising Brexit, the new Conservative Party leader will take over with less political clout than just about any prime minister since World War II.
Brexit Under Boris Johnson: Deal or No Deal?
Theresa May’s designated successor as prime minister says he is willing to leave the European Union without an agreement, despite dire predictions and opposition in Parliament.
As Prime Minister, Boris Johnson Faces the Brexit He Championed
Having won the backing of his Conservative Party, Mr. Johnson will immediately face the daunting task of managing Britain’s exit from the European Union by Oct. 31.