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Liz Truss Resigns as British Prime Minister
Shortest-serving Prime Minister in British History
After only 45 days in office
Liz Truss has announced her resignation as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, becoming the shortest-serving Prime Minister in British history. Truss met with Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday to formally tender her resignation, and will remain in office until a successor is chosen.
Truss's resignation comes after just 45 days in office, following a tumultuous period marked by economic turmoil, political instability, and public outcry. She faced widespread criticism for her economic policies, which included a controversial tax cut plan that sent markets into turmoil.
The resignation of Liz Truss leaves the United Kingdom facing a period of political uncertainty. The Conservative Party, which has been in power for the past 12 years, will now hold a leadership election to choose a new Prime Minister. The election is expected to take place within the next few weeks.
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