Boris Johnson
British leaders push for the finish line in U.K.’s general election
This election is especially unpredictable because the question of Brexit cuts across traditional party loyalties. Continue reading
U.K. parties make final appeal to voters ahead of Thursday’s election
All 650 seats in the House of Commons are up for grabs Thursday when voters will pass judgment on a divisive election that will determine Britain’s future with European Union. Continue reading
U.K. election: Johnson, Corbyn go head-to-head for final election debate
Johnson pushed for the December vote, which is taking place more than two years early, in hopes of winning a majority and breaking Britain’s political impasse over Brexit. Continue reading
One week until U.K. heads to the polls — Here’s how Britain’s election works
The United Kingdom’s election on Dec. 12 is fast approaching. Continue reading
Trump faces pressure not to wade into U.K. election ahead of London NATO summit
As a presidential candidate in 2016 and then as president since early 2017, Trump has shown no restraint in showing support for Britain’s exit from the European Union and critiquing the politicians involved in the country’s long-running Brexit debate. Continue reading
London Bridge attack turns political as Johnson, Corbyn spar
Britain’s political leaders sparred Sunday over who is responsible for the early release of a convicted extremist who launched a stabbing attack in central London that left two dead and injured three. Continue reading
Men use narwhal tusk, fire extinguisher to take down London Bridge attacker
Dramatic video captured at the scene shows three men armed with a fire extinguisher and a large narwhal tusk take the man to the ground. Continue reading
U.K. Conservatives feud with TV channel that replaced Johnson with ice sculpture
The party complained to Britain’s broadcast watchdog, Ofcom, over what it called “a provocative partisan stunt.” Continue reading
British leaders take aim at Boris Johnson’s character ahead of Dec. 12 election
Johnson was accused of running scared of scrutiny after he declined to take part in a debate alongside his main opponent. Continue reading
U.K. Labour Party accuses Johnson of secret trade talks with U.S. ahead of Brexit
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is accused of secretly negotiating the basis of a trade deal with the U.S. ahead of Britain’s departure with the European Union. Continue reading