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Archived: Brexit draft causes turmoil in U.K. Parliament

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Theresa May admits ‘difficult’ decisions to be made in Brexit deal
WATCH: Theresa May admits 'difficult' decisions to be made in Brexit deal – Nov 15, 2018

U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May has presented a draft Brexit deal in Parliament Thursday morning – causing turmoil as many of her colleagues disapprove of the plan.

The draft, which was initially backed by May’s Cabinet, is now heading to the European Union for approval.

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But the deal was in jeopardy as two Cabinet ministers and multiple other officials quit over the deal — meaning May might not have enough votes when the draft returns to Parliament for approval.

Currently, U.K. opposition is calling for a confidence vote in the prime minister. Follow along in the live blog below.

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