After more than a year as prime minister, Rishi Sunak, a Conservative, has failed to close a yawning gap in the polls. On Monday he did something new.
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Trump and Johnson Were Accused of Breaking Rules. One Lost Party Support.
Donald J. Trump and Boris Johnson are at the heart of political tempests at home, facing different accusations and far different results.
Boris Johnson Misled Parliament Over Covid Lockdown Parties, Report Says
The report offered a damning verdict on Boris Johnson, the former British prime minister, who quit Parliament last week.
Boris Johnson Accuses Rishi Sunak of Blocking House of Lords Nominations
The former prime minister tried to elevate some lawmakers, as British leaders do when they leave office. But three didn’t make the cut, and now he’s fighting with Rishi Sunak.
Boris Johnson’s Comeback Hopes May Be Dimmer Than He Thinks
The former British prime minister, who resigned from Parliament on Friday, has found his way back into voters’ good graces before. But analysts say there is now almost no plausible path back to power for him.
Boris Johnson Faces Inquiry Over Whether He Lied to U.K. Parliament
Boris Johnson told a powerful committee that his statements over parties at his office were “made in good faith.” His political future may be at stake.
Betty Boothroyd, Britain’s First Female House of Commons Speaker, Dies at 93
The speaker made Britain’s parliamentary proceedings must-see TV, even in other countries.
British Lawmaker Quits After Watchdog Finds Him Guilty of Sexual Misconduct
The findings came after a complaint from a junior staffer that the lawmaker, Christian Matheson, had made unwanted advances on her. Mr. Matheson denied any sexual misconduct, but resigned.
How the Next British Prime Minister Will Be Chosen
The process, which does not include the general public, will be swift.
Liz Truss Resigns After 6 Chaotic Weeks, Igniting New Leadership Fight
The beleaguered British prime minister relinquished her office after just 44 days of political and economic tumult, the shortest tenure in British history.