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In a shocking turn of events, UK Prime Minister Liz Truss has resigned after just 45 days in office, marking one of the shortest tenures in British political history. The announcement was made during a press conference where Truss reflected on the challenges she faced, including rising economic instability, the impact of Putin's illegal war in Ukraine, and the urgent need for a high-growth economy post-Brexit.
In a shocking turn of events, UK Prime Minister Liz Truss has resigned after just 45 days in office, marking one of the shortest tenures in British political history. The announcement was made during a press conference where Truss reflected on the challenges she faced, including rising economic instability, the impact of Putin's illegal war in Ukraine, and the urgent need for a high-growth economy post-Brexit.Key Points from Liz Truss's Resignation Message:
- Economic Instability: Truss acknowledged that the UK has been burdened by low economic growth and instability, affecting families and businesses across the nation.
- Political Mandate: She highlighted that her mandate was to deliver a vision for a low-tax, high-growth economy. However, she recognized her inability to follow through on this commitment given the current economic situation.
- Immediate Actions: Truss informed the King of her decision to resign and announced that there will be a leadership election completed within the next week to ensure continuity in governance and economic stability.
- Legacy Considerations: Truss expressed her desire to remain as Prime Minister until a successor is chosen, continuing to navigate the country's fiscal plans during this transitional period.
