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Members of the King's Body Guards of the Honourable Corps of Gentlemen at Arms arrive at the Sovereign's Entrance for the State Opening of Parliament in the House of Lords, in London, Wednesday May 13, 2026.

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UK health secretary resigns, setting up a potential Labour leadership challenge to Keir Starmer

UK health secretary resigns, setting up a potential Labour leadership challenge to Keir Starmer

Efforts to unseat British Prime Minister Keir Starmer have erupted into open rebellion within his party. Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigned Thursday, expressing a lack of confidence in Starmer's leadership. Streeting criticized Starmer for lacking vision and direction. Starmer faces mounting pressure after poor election results last week. Former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham are potential challengers. Starmer insists on staying, warning that a leadership contest could destabilize the government. Despite political turmoil, the British economy showed unexpected growth, offering some positive news for the government.