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Boris Johnson returns to UK amid rumors he will run for leader

10/22/2022 5:20:00 PM

Boris Johnson who was ousted by a series of ethics scandals just three months ago needs the backing of 100 lawmakers before 2 p m Monday to be on the ballot paper

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Boris Johnson who was ousted by a series of ethics scandals just three months ago needs the backing of 100 lawmakers before 2 p m Monday to be on the ballot paper Boris Johnson who was ousted by a series of ethics scandals just three months ago needs the backing of 100 lawmakers before 2 p m Monday to be on the ballot paper LONDON (AP)Johnson was ousted by a series of ethics scandals just three months ago, but boarded a flight back to London from his vacation in the Dominican Republic, days after the dramatic resignation of his successor, Liz Truss.ExpandJohnson needs the backing of 100 lawmakers before 2 p.m. Monday to be on the ballot paper. Conservative lawmaker Helen Grant tweeted that she is backing Sunak again because of his "economic and organizational competence".Johnson has so far won the support of six Cabinet ministers, including respected Defense Secretary Ben Wallace. But he was lagging behind Sunak in publicly declared support, Saturday, as was Mordaunt. Bookmakers make Sunak the most likely next leader. Read more:
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That would be hallarious Boris Johnson is weighing up a stunning comeback, allies say CNNBoris Johnson appears to be on the verge of attempting a stunning political comeback. Good luck to BorisJohnson I really hope this happens. If you can’t have competence at least have some fun. LizTrussPM torychaos GeneralElection2022 Boris Johnson expected to stand in contest to replace UK PM Truss - TimesFormer British prime minister Boris Johnson is expected to stand in the Conservative Party leadership contest to replace Liz Truss, who said earlier on Thursday she would resign, the Times reported. The UK is FCKED!!! 😂😂😂😂😂 Doing the same thing and expecting a different result is the sign of insanity. What a bunch of clowns. Richi Sunak is probably a Pootinist, since he made his billions from business with Russia. Boris Johnson Eyes Comeback Bid as UK Labour Party Calls for New Election Amid TurmoilFormer Prime Minister Boris Johnson is among several British lawmakers trying to scoop up support ahead of a short, intense contest to become the country’s next prime minister. Making everyone Look stupid. Boris Johnson eyes comeback bid as UK Tories pick new leaderFormer British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, former Treasury chief Rishi Sunak and House of Commons leader Penny Mordaunt are among several trying to scoop up support for a short, intense contest to become the country's next leader after Liz Truss quit. Hope Boris wins so they can ball kick him again. Laugh or cry? So we have a man who lies in his sleep, an ex Chancellor who left 3 million self-employed out of any Covid support and a woman who lied on national TV about Turkey joining the EU and fabricated a naval career - the best the Tory Party has to offer apparently GeneralElectionNow Email Liz Truss resigns, shortest tenured prime minister in U.U.to replace resigning Tory Liz Truss , according to a report.Allies of the former UK prime minister – who resigned in disgrace only three months ago – believe he will stand in the leadership contest that will follow the resignation of his successor, Liz Truss. K. history LiveNOW from FOX U. prime minister in history—Truss announced a new leadership election would take place within a week.K. His successor Truss stepped down Thursday after just 44 days in office amid economic and party turmoil, making her the shortest-serving British prime minister ever . Prime Minister Liz Truss resigned after less than two months in office amid pressure following a reversal of economic policies that led to economic instability.” Despite the chaos in the Conservative party, it’s plausible that they could foist their third prime minister on the U. Truss' 45 days in office are the least by any prime minister in United Kingdom's history. One problem for Johnson could be the fact that he is facing a parliamentary inquiry over his conduct while in office, when he was accused of multiple breaches of Covid lockdown rules – allegations he denies. The previous record was held by George Canning, who only served 121 days, Canning died during his time in office.. AP are ready to duke it out to be the next PM, including former finance minister Rishi Sunak, who lost to Truss in his bid to replace Johnson over the summer. LONDON (AP) - The lightning-fast race to replace Liz Truss as British Prime Minister got even wilder Saturday as former leader Boris Johnson jetted back to the U.K amid speculation he will run to reclaim his former job. Johnson was ousted by a series of ethics scandals just three months ago, but boarded a flight back to London from his vacation in the Dominican Republic, days after the dramatic resignation of his successor, Liz Truss. Prime Minister Liz Truss’ successor is expected to be chosen within a week. He remains a divisive figure among fellow Conservative lawmakers. “The only person that I think that ticks all those boxes is Boris Johnson. Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson arrives at Gatwick Airport in London, after travelling on a flight from the Caribbean, following the resignation of Liz Truss as Prime Minister. Picture date: Saturday October 22, 2022. Johnson resigned under pressure from the Conservative Party in July amid his own series of scandals. (Photo by Gareth Fuller/PA I Expand Former Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab, said Saturday morning that it was "difficult to see" how Johnson could become prime minister again when he is "absorbed and distracted" by an ongoing inquiry into alleged parties at Downing Street while the rest of the country was observing COVID-19 lockdown rules, and Johnson’s statements to parliament afterward. The new prime minister is supposed to be in place by Oct. 28. Getty Images The former London mayor had stayed on until a new Conservative leader was chosen, and Truss stepped in as the new head of government in September. Other Conservative MPs said the manner of Johnson’s exit ruled out a return. Even so, Johnson has the public backing of several other former Cabinet colleagues, including former Home Secretary Priti Patel, who tweeted Saturday: "Boris has the mandate to deliver our elected manifesto and a proven track record getting the big decisions right." Johnson needs the backing of 100 lawmakers before 2 p.m. With Post wires. Monday to be on the ballot paper. Johnson’s former Treasury chief, Rishi Sunak, who precipitated Johnson’s ouster by resigning in protest at his former boss in July, is another likely runner. Sunak lost to Truss in a vote of Conservative Party grassroots members just over seven weeks ago, but he was strongly supported by his party's lawmakers. The BBC estimates he has already reached the required threshold of support to be formally declared a candidate. Sunak’s warning to Truss during the previous leadership race that aggressive tax cuts would devalue the pound and send interest rates soaring was proved right earlier this month, and he is being pitched as a safe pair of hands who can shore up financial markets. The Truss government was later forced to reverse almost all of the unfunded cuts that it announced. Conservative lawmaker Helen Grant tweeted that she is backing Sunak again because of his "economic and organizational competence". House of Commons leader Penny Mordaunt is the only candidate to publicly declare she is running to replace Truss, saying in a tweet Friday that she represents "a fresh start." Mordaunt, a straight-talking 49-year-old Royal Navy reservist who briefly served as U.K. defense secretary in 2019, is the bookmakers' third favorite. Outside of Conservative circles she is perhaps best known for appearing on the 2014 reality TV diving show "Splash!" in which contestants learn to dive. Johnson has so far won the support of six Cabinet ministers, including respected Defense Secretary Ben Wallace. But he was lagging behind Sunak in publicly declared support, Saturday, as was Mordaunt. Bookmakers make Sunak the most likely next leader. The leadership uncertainty comes at a time of weak economic growth and as millions struggle with higher borrowing costs and rising prices for groceries, fuel and other basics. A growing wave of strikes by train and postal workers, lawyers and others has revealed mounting discontent as a recession looms. Truss quit Thursday after a turbulent 45 days, conceding that she could not deliver on her tax-cutting economic package, which she was forced to abandon after it caused turmoil in financial markets. DAILY NEWSLETTER All the news you need to know, every day By clicking Sign Up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the .