British PM BorisJohnson said Wednesday that he is leaving office with his 'head held high' and suggested his replacement could come sooner than September, the original date given for his departure.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Wednesday that he is leaving office with his"head held high" and suggested his replacement could come sooner than September, the original date given for his departure.
Prime ministers are usually selected during elimination rounds in which candidates are whittled down until two remain. The first round of voting began Wednesday, with candidates needing 30 votes to advance. The person with the fewest votes, even if he or she still has the minimum votes, is eliminated.
Tugendhat told Parliament to take the election to a floor vote instead of proceeding with acclamation and said he did not want any deal-making if he advances to the final two in September.
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