From scandal to crisis and back, Starmer became highly unpopular, even among his Labour peers.
As it was widely expected, failing Keir Starmer announced today his resignation to the job of Labour party leader and British Prime Minister.
On the verge of tears, Starmer made the announcement in front of Number 10 in Downing Street, the Prime Minister’s residence.
He said he would ‘bow to pressure from Labour MPs with good grace’ and trigger a Labour Party leadership contest.
🚨 WATCH: Keir Starmer announces he's resigning Prime Minister
"Every decision I have taken is about putting the country I love first. That is why I will resign" pic.twitter.com/x8p6B6WVWj
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