Liz Truss resigns as the United Kingdom's Prime Minister after six weeks in office. Rishi Sunak, Penny Mordaunt and even former Prime Minister Boris Johnson are among the likely frontrunners to replace Truss.

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<p>With just a month in office, United Kingdom PM Liz Truss might be on her way out of 10 Downing Street. Rumours are floating that the senior Tory leaders&nbsp;are reportedly planning to replace her with Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Can Liz Truss truly be replaced this soon?</strong></h2>

<p>Yes. One way is that Truss herself resigns. Another is that senior ministers force her out.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per Reuters, for this to happen, her cabinet ministers could start resigning, forcing her hand or a vote of confidence among the conservatives can also do the job. However as per the rules, given the very short time she has been in office, this cannot happen right now.</p>

<p>The vote cannot happen till September 2023.</p>

<p>A vote by the opposition can also do the job but this will be subject to a majority vote.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;UK: Liz Truss faces backlash from conservative MPs; Tory MPs plan to rescue party</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Who can replace Truss?</strong></h2>

<p>While reports indicate that Penny Mordaunt and Rishi Sunak are the candidates that have backing, Guardian puts the number at five. In addition to Sunak and Mordaunt, Boris Johnson, Michael Gove and defense secretary Ben Wallace reportedly also stand a chance at being 10 Downing Street's next resident. Sky News adds to the list the newly appointed Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt.</p>

<h2>Rishi Sunak</h2>

<p>The obvious choice. Sunak and Truss had a neck-to-neck competition for the Tory leadership just about a month back.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He has the added advantage of being proven right. During campaigning Sunak repeatedly warned that cutting too many taxes too soon would be dangerous for the economy. This was portrayed by Truss and her followers as "the over-cautious voice of a discredited Treasury orthodoxy". But now, Sunak's concerns have come true, which makes him appear like the safer choice for a leader.</p>

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<h2>Penny Mordaunt</h2>

<p>Conservatives have reportedly been discussing replacing Truss with the joint forces of Sunak and Mordaunt.</p>

<p>Another of Truss's competitors in the leadership contest, Mordaunt was touted as the number two choice after Sunak, till Truss took over in the fifth and final round.</p>

<h2>Boris Johnson</h2>

<p>This is a name that not many would expect. While in office just a month or so back, Johnson faced a flurry of scandals, but he still has his share of supporters and a "resurrection" just might happen. As per a Guardian analysis, He had a core of supporters who felt Johnson's departure over the scandals was unfair and their numbers are sure to have grown "as Tory MPs and members grasp for anything that could rescue the party from electoral oblivion".</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-politics-live-updates-kwasi-kwarteng-sacked-as-uk-treasury-secy-525437">UK Politics | As it happened: Liz Truss sacks FM Kwasi Kwarteng in a desperate bid to placate chaos</a></strong></p>

<h2>Michael Gove</h2>

<p>He served in a key position in Truss's predecessor Boris Johnson's cabinet before being sacked.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The former Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities recently at a Conservative conference even voiced "suggestions" for Truss.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Ben Wallace</h2>

<p>The defence secretary, much like Mordaunt is "getting on quietly with the day job as the chaos rages around him, with the same arguable increase in reputation, even by default," writes Peter Walker for Guardian.</p>

<p>Wallace was seen as a successor to Johnson and is a favourite among Tory members.</p>

<h2>Jeremy Hunt</h2>

<p>As Sky News puts it upon being called in to replace Kwasi Kwarteng, Hunt is currently widely seen as the most powerful figure in the government.</p>

<p>However, Hunt himself doesn't think Truss being replaced now is a good idea.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The worst thing for that would be more political instability at the top - another protracted leadership campaign," he told BBC during an interview on Sunday.<br />
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"The prime minister is in charge," he said.</p>

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With just a month in office, United Kingdom PM Liz Truss might be on her way out of 10 Downing Street. Rumours are floating that the senior Tory leaders are reportedly planning to replace her with Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt.

With just a month in office, United Kingdom PM Liz Truss might be on her way out of 10 Downing Street. Rumours are floating that the senior Tory leaders are reportedly planning to replace her with Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt. Can Liz Truss truly be replaced this soon? Yes. One way is that Truss herself resigns. Another is that senior ministers force her out. As per Reuters, for this to happen, her cabinet ministers could start resigning, forcing her hand or a vote of confidence among the conservatives can also do the job. However as per the rules, given the very short time she has been in office, this cannot happen right now. The vote cannot happen till September 2023. A vote by the opposition can also do the job but this will be subject to a majority vote. Watch | UK: Liz Truss faces backlash from conservative MPs; Tory MPs plan to rescue party Who can replace Truss? While reports indicate that Penny Mordaunt and Rishi Sunak are the candidates that have backing, Guardian puts the number at five. In addition to Sunak and Mordaunt, Boris Johnson, Michael Gove and defense secretary Ben Wallace reportedly also stand a chance at being 10 Downing Street's next resident. Sky News adds to the list the newly appointed Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt. Rishi Sunak The obvious choice. Sunak and Truss had a neck-to-neck competition for the Tory leadership just about a month back. He has the added advantage of being proven right. During campaigning Sunak repeatedly warned that cutting too many taxes too soon would be dangerous for the economy. This was portrayed by Truss and her followers as "the over-cautious voice of a discredited Treasury orthodoxy". But now, Sunak's concerns have come true, which makes him appear like the safer choice for a leader. Also read | Senior Tory leaders making moves to oust Truss, replace her with unity pairing of Sunak-Mordaunt Penny Mordaunt Conservatives have reportedly been discussing replacing Truss with the joint forces of Sunak and Mordaunt. Another of Truss's competitors in the leadership contest, Mordaunt was touted as the number two choice after Sunak, till Truss took over in the fifth and final round. Boris Johnson This is a name that not many would expect. While in office just a month or so back, Johnson faced a flurry of scandals, but he still has his share of supporters and a "resurrection" just might happen. As per a Guardian analysis, He had a core of supporters who felt Johnson's departure over the scandals was unfair and their numbers are sure to have grown "as Tory MPs and members grasp for anything that could rescue the party from electoral oblivion". Also read | UK Politics | As it happened: Liz Truss sacks FM Kwasi Kwarteng in a desperate bid to placate chaos Michael Gove He served in a key position in Truss's predecessor Boris Johnson's cabinet before being sacked. The former Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities recently at a Conservative conference even voiced "suggestions" for Truss. Ben Wallace The defence secretary, much like Mordaunt is "getting on quietly with the day job as the chaos rages around him, with the same arguable increase in reputation, even by default," writes Peter Walker for Guardian. Wallace was seen as a successor to Johnson and is a favourite among Tory members. Jeremy Hunt As Sky News puts it upon being called in to replace Kwasi Kwarteng, Hunt is currently widely seen as the most powerful figure in the government. However, Hunt himself doesn't think Truss being replaced now is a good idea. "The worst thing for that would be more political instability at the top - another protracted leadership campaign," he told BBC during an interview on Sunday. "The prime minister is in charge," he said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Reports suggest Tories are looking to replace Liz Truss. Who could be the next UK PM?

<p>Senior Conservatives are hatching a plan to swiftly remove Truss as the leader and bring a unity pairing of Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt, claimed a Guardian report.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Reportedly, a 'dinner of grown-ups' has&nbsp;been called by supporters of Rishi Sunak with invitations sent to 15-20 former ministers and senior Tory MPs to plan on how and when to remove Truss.</p>

<p>Sunak, during the election canvassing trail, had repeatedly called out Truss for her rather 'utopian' financial plans, citing them as untenable and not agreeing with the current economic climate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Firstly, I will never get taxes down in a way that just puts inflation up. Secondly, I will never make promises I can’t pay for. And thirdly, I will always be honest about the challenges we face," Sunak had said at the time.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-can-liz-truss-stay-on-as-prime-minister-525529"><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Gravitas: Can Liz Truss stay on as Prime Minister?</strong></a></p>

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<p>However, the Conservatives got swayed by the populist measure and voted in numbers for her. As predicted by Sunak, Truss' mini-budget started the domino effect and the situation quickly turned pear-shaped for her.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Consequently, Truss was forced to take a U-turn on most of her decisions and the latest straw came in the form of sacking chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng. Some other senior Tories, however, are hopeful that Truss will smell the coffee and walk&nbsp;out on her own.</p>

<p>"She [Truss] is in the departure lounge now, and she knows that. It is a case now of whether she takes part in the process and goes to some extent on her own terms, or whether she tries to resist and is forced out,” a senior former minister was quoted as saying by the publication.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“She has to find the courage to walk away from this, to do it in an orderly fashion – and be thanked for having done so.”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/liz-truss-declares-she-will-increase-corporation-tax-just-hours-after-sacking-her-finance-minister-525494"><strong>Read more:&nbsp;After sacking her finance minister, UK PM Liz Truss declares she will hike corporation tax</strong></a></p>

<p>There's no denying the fact that Prime Minister Liz Truss and her cabinet are running on borrowed time after unloading a brain fade of an economic policy on Britons. However, another change in 10, Downing Street will dent the credibility of Conservatives who have already changed two PMs and have been trailing the Labour Party in surveys for quite some time.&nbsp;</p>

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Senior Conservatives are hatching a plan to swiftly remove Truss as the leader and bring a unity pairing of Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt, claimed a Guardian report.

Senior Conservatives are hatching a plan to swiftly remove Truss as the leader and bring a unity pairing of Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt, claimed a Guardian report. Reportedly, a 'dinner of grown-ups' has been called by supporters of Rishi Sunak with invitations sent to 15-20 former ministers and senior Tory MPs to plan on how and when to remove Truss. Sunak, during the election canvassing trail, had repeatedly called out Truss for her rather 'utopian' financial plans, citing them as untenable and not agreeing with the current economic climate. "Firstly, I will never get taxes down in a way that just puts inflation up. Secondly, I will never make promises I can’t pay for. And thirdly, I will always be honest about the challenges we face," Sunak had said at the time. WATCH | Gravitas: Can Liz Truss stay on as Prime Minister? × However, the Conservatives got swayed by the populist measure and voted in numbers for her. As predicted by Sunak, Truss' mini-budget started the domino effect and the situation quickly turned pear-shaped for her. Consequently, Truss was forced to take a U-turn on most of her decisions and the latest straw came in the form of sacking chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng. Some other senior Tories, however, are hopeful that Truss will smell the coffee and walk out on her own. "She [Truss] is in the departure lounge now, and she knows that. It is a case now of whether she takes part in the process and goes to some extent on her own terms, or whether she tries to resist and is forced out,” a senior former minister was quoted as saying by the publication. “She has to find the courage to walk away from this, to do it in an orderly fashion – and be thanked for having done so.” Read more: After sacking her finance minister, UK PM Liz Truss declares she will hike corporation tax There's no denying the fact that Prime Minister Liz Truss and her cabinet are running on borrowed time after unloading a brain fade of an economic policy on Britons. However, another change in 10, Downing Street will dent the credibility of Conservatives who have already changed two PMs and have been trailing the Labour Party in surveys for quite some time. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Senior Tory leaders making moves to oust Truss, replace her with unity pairing of Sunak-Mordaunt

<p>Battling to salvage her few weeks old government, British PM Liz Truss on Friday undertook some major steps, including a change of the finance minister, to placate the nation even as reports suggest that fellow Tory leaders seek to dethrone her.</p>

<p>The new government's intention to cut taxes and pay it with billions more in borrowing, announced on September 23, set off a financial upheaval that culminated in today's turbulence in the UK.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;'Tory politicians question Liz Truss' leadership,' says International Affairs expert Pethiyagoda</strong></p>

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<p>According to AFP, the embattled leader dropped her main economic proposal and declared that she will stick with the Boris Johnson government's intention to increase corporate profits tax after previously changing her mind about lowering income tax rates for the top earners.</p>

<p>With conservatives allegedly plotting her demise, the Tory leader on Friday sacked Kwasi Kwarteng as chancellor of the exchequer for implementing her own agenda. Many have come out and said that the ex-chancellor was used as the "fall guy".</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Boris Johnson failed our country and now Liz Truss has broken our economy.<br />
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It’s time the British people were given their say on this shower of a Conservative party.<br />
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We need a General Election now.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Personally I think Liz Truss, Kwasi Kwarteng, Suella Braverman et al are doing a really fine job for the Conservative Party<br />
We just need a General Election so the rest of us can give them feedback</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">If committed Lib Dem Liz Truss had decided in her twenties to infiltrate the Conservative Party in order to become leader &amp; screw it up from the inside, how exactly would she have behaved differently over the last month?</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">As Liz Truss sacks Kwasi Kwarteng for implementing her own economic policies, millions of people are still waiting for a plan to tackle the cost-of-living emergency.<br />
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It doesn't matter how many Chancellors they get through, this Tory government is rotten to its very core.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">In one month, Liz Truss has:<br />
- tanked the economy<br />
- sacked her best mate<br />
- killed the queen<br />
- annoyed the king<br />
- destroyed the Tory Party<br />
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Drop her on Moscow, I say.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Trussterfuck?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Trussterfuck</a></p>
— Count Binface (@CountBinface) <a href="https://twitter.com/CountBinface/status/1580887038429364225?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>Kwarteng took to Twitter and while promising to support Truss in the future, confirmed that he was asked to step aside.</p>

<p>He has been replaced by the centrist former foreign secretary and Tory leadership candidate Jeremy Hunt, who is Britain's fourth chancellor this year.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/liz-truss-declares-she-will-increase-corporation-tax-just-hours-after-sacking-her-finance-minister-525494" hreflang="en">Liz Truss declares she will increase corporation tax just hours after sacking her Finance Minister</a></strong></p>

<p>The dismissal saw the pound fall in comparison to USD, falling under $1.12.</p>

<p>At a press conference later in the day, Liz declared, "I want to deliver a low-tax, high-wage, high-growth economy" adding we will get through the storm.</p>

<p>However, not everyone shared the sentiment. Politicians, especially those in the opposition, were quick to ask, "If her Chancellor is gone, what is the justification for Liz Truss remaining in post?"</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">If her Chancellor is gone, what is the justification for Liz Truss remaining in post?<br />
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These were her disastrous policies. She trashed the economy - and she's to blame for the damage to mortgages, pensions and incomes.<br />
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How can anyone have any confidence in her failed leadership?</p>
— Ian Blackford 🇺🇦🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 (@Ianblackford_MP) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ianblackford_MP/status/1580888141774614533?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Liz Truss has sacked Kwasi Kwarteng for implementing her policies.<br />
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Her position is totally untenable.<br />
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She has to go too — and she should take the whole rotten lot of them with her.</p>
— Zarah Sultana MP (@zarahsultana) <a href="https://twitter.com/zarahsultana/status/1580891833898389506?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>As she was leaving the press conference after fielding just four questions, a journalist reportedly shouted "Aren't you going to say sorry?"</p>

<p>Even though Truss didn't reply to that or to the questions of whether she retains credibility after dismissing Kwarteng for implementing her own agenda, she did say, "We will get through this storm."&nbsp;</p>

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Battling to salvage her few weeks old government, British PM Liz Truss on Friday undertook some major steps, including a change of the finance minister, to placate the nation even as reports suggest that fellow Tory leaders seek to dethrone her.

Battling to salvage her few weeks old government, British PM Liz Truss on Friday undertook some major steps, including a change of the finance minister, to placate the nation even as reports suggest that fellow Tory leaders seek to dethrone her. The new government's intention to cut taxes and pay it with billions more in borrowing, announced on September 23, set off a financial upheaval that culminated in today's turbulence in the UK. Watch | 'Tory politicians question Liz Truss' leadership,' says International Affairs expert Pethiyagoda According to AFP, the embattled leader dropped her main economic proposal and declared that she will stick with the Boris Johnson government's intention to increase corporate profits tax after previously changing her mind about lowering income tax rates for the top earners. With conservatives allegedly plotting her demise, the Tory leader on Friday sacked Kwasi Kwarteng as chancellor of the exchequer for implementing her own agenda. Many have come out and said that the ex-chancellor was used as the "fall guy". Boris Johnson failed our country and now Liz Truss has broken our economy. It’s time the British people were given their say on this shower of a Conservative party. We need a General Election now. — Ed Davey (@EdwardJDavey) October 14, 2022 × Also read | UK Politics | As it happened: Liz Truss sacks FM Kwasi Kwarteng in a desperate bid to placate chaos Personally I think Liz Truss, Kwasi Kwarteng, Suella Braverman et al are doing a really fine job for the Conservative Party We just need a General Election so the rest of us can give them feedback — nazir afzal (@nazirafzal) October 13, 2022 × If committed Lib Dem Liz Truss had decided in her twenties to infiltrate the Conservative Party in order to become leader & screw it up from the inside, how exactly would she have behaved differently over the last month? — James Oh Brien (@mrjamesob) October 14, 2022 × As Liz Truss sacks Kwasi Kwarteng for implementing her own economic policies, millions of people are still waiting for a plan to tackle the cost-of-living emergency. It doesn't matter how many Chancellors they get through, this Tory government is rotten to its very core. — Jeremy Corbyn (@jeremycorbyn) October 14, 2022 × In one month, Liz Truss has: - tanked the economy - sacked her best mate - killed the queen - annoyed the king - destroyed the Tory Party Drop her on Moscow, I say.#Trussterfuck — Count Binface (@CountBinface) October 14, 2022 × Kwarteng took to Twitter and while promising to support Truss in the future, confirmed that he was asked to step aside. He has been replaced by the centrist former foreign secretary and Tory leadership candidate Jeremy Hunt, who is Britain's fourth chancellor this year. Also read | Liz Truss declares she will increase corporation tax just hours after sacking her Finance Minister The dismissal saw the pound fall in comparison to USD, falling under $1.12. At a press conference later in the day, Liz declared, "I want to deliver a low-tax, high-wage, high-growth economy" adding we will get through the storm. However, not everyone shared the sentiment. Politicians, especially those in the opposition, were quick to ask, "If her Chancellor is gone, what is the justification for Liz Truss remaining in post?" If her Chancellor is gone, what is the justification for Liz Truss remaining in post? These were her disastrous policies. She trashed the economy - and she's to blame for the damage to mortgages, pensions and incomes. How can anyone have any confidence in her failed leadership? — Ian Blackford 🇺🇦🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 (@Ianblackford_MP) October 14, 2022 × Liz Truss has sacked Kwasi Kwarteng for implementing her policies. Her position is totally untenable. She has to go too — and she should take the whole rotten lot of them with her. — Zarah Sultana MP (@zarahsultana) October 14, 2022 × As she was leaving the press conference after fielding just four questions, a journalist reportedly shouted "Aren't you going to say sorry?" Even though Truss didn't reply to that or to the questions of whether she retains credibility after dismissing Kwarteng for implementing her own agenda, she did say, "We will get through this storm." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

A turbulent day for UK politics: Finance minister replaced, Liz Truss announces major policy U-turn and more

Liz Truss is set to take over as Britain's next Prime Minister today and the first task for the newly elected PM is to form her cabinet. As Truss is running against time to set out plans to deal with the cost of living crisis in the country, Truss' cabinet will consist of loyalist MPs.

United Kingdom: Liz Truss wins Tory leadership election, no cabinet role for Rishi Sunak?

Liz Truss beat Rishi Sunak in the Tory leadership race to become Britain's next Prime Minister. What are the challenges awaiting Truss? What lies ahead for Rishi Sunak? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Liz Truss beats Rishi Sunak to become UK PM

<p>Liz Truss became the new British prime minister on Monday (September 5) after she defeated Rishi Sunak in the Conservative leadership contest. Truss became Britain's third female PM after Margaret Thatcher (Conservative, 1979-90) and Theresa May (Conservative, 2016-19).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 47-year-old will succeed Boris Johnson, who&nbsp;formally tendered his resignation to Queen Elizabeth II on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Truss took the oath as the next UK Prime Minister on Tuesday itself.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Truss' first address as prime minister is expected to take place outside 10 Downing Street on Tuesday afternoon.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nadine-dorries-joins-priti-patel-in-quitting-cabinet-following-the-election-of-truss-as-new-pm-513344">Nadine Dorries joins Priti Patel in quitting cabinet following the election of Truss as new PM</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><strong>What will her Cabinet look like?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The appointments of the ministers are due to be finalised before she hosts her first Cabinet meeting and faces questions in parliament on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Guardian reported on Monday that Truss will not offer former finance minister and her leadership contest rival Sunak a role in her Cabinet. The report also mentioned that the key Cabinet posts will see no white man.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the newspaper, Truss will appoint James Cleverly as foreign secretary, Suella Braverman as home secretary and Kwasi Kwarteng as chancellor.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;United Kingdom: Liz Truss wins Tory leadership election, no Cabinet role for Rishi Sunak?&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>Immediately after assuming office, Truss will face a daunting to-do list as the UK is in the grip of its worst economic crisis in decades.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Energy prices are surging, the recession is on the cards, and inflation is rampant and running at a 40-year high of 10.1 per cent. Experts say that the worst&nbsp;is yet to come.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per Britain's energy regulator, the power bills will jump 80 per cent to an average of 3,549 pounds ($4,188) a year from October. This will send millions of households into fuel poverty. Businesses are also at risk.&nbsp;</p>

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Liz Truss became the new British prime minister on Monday (September 5) after she defeated Rishi Sunak in the Conservative leadership contest. Truss became Britain's third female PM after Margaret Thatcher (Conservative, 1979-90) and Theresa May (Conservative, 2016-19).

Liz Truss became the new British prime minister on Monday (September 5) after she defeated Rishi Sunak in the Conservative leadership contest. Truss became Britain's third female PM after Margaret Thatcher (Conservative, 1979-90) and Theresa May (Conservative, 2016-19). The 47-year-old will succeed Boris Johnson, who formally tendered his resignation to Queen Elizabeth II on Tuesday. Truss took the oath as the next UK Prime Minister on Tuesday itself. Truss' first address as prime minister is expected to take place outside 10 Downing Street on Tuesday afternoon. ALSO READ | Nadine Dorries joins Priti Patel in quitting cabinet following the election of Truss as new PM What will her Cabinet look like? The appointments of the ministers are due to be finalised before she hosts her first Cabinet meeting and faces questions in parliament on Wednesday. The Guardian reported on Monday that Truss will not offer former finance minister and her leadership contest rival Sunak a role in her Cabinet. The report also mentioned that the key Cabinet posts will see no white man. As per the newspaper, Truss will appoint James Cleverly as foreign secretary, Suella Braverman as home secretary and Kwasi Kwarteng as chancellor. WATCH | United Kingdom: Liz Truss wins Tory leadership election, no Cabinet role for Rishi Sunak? × ALSO READ | EU urges Liz Truss to adhere to the Brexit deal Immediately after assuming office, Truss will face a daunting to-do list as the UK is in the grip of its worst economic crisis in decades. Energy prices are surging, the recession is on the cards, and inflation is rampant and running at a 40-year high of 10.1 per cent. Experts say that the worst is yet to come. As per Britain's energy regulator, the power bills will jump 80 per cent to an average of 3,549 pounds ($4,188) a year from October. This will send millions of households into fuel poverty. Businesses are also at risk. Notably, Truss has promised tax cuts to stimulate growth, despite warnings that greater borrowing could make inflation worse. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Liz Truss appointed as Britain's PM. What will her Cabinet look like?

<p>Soon after Liz Truss was declared the winner of the Conservative leadership race, the newly-elected prime minister walked past his rival and fellow party member Rishi Sunak without offering him a consolatory handshake.</p>

<p>The result was announced on Monday by the returning officer of the leadership contest and chair of the Conservative Party's powerful 1922 Committee of backbench MPs, Sir Graham Brady, at the&nbsp;Queen Elizabeth&nbsp;II Centre near Downing Street.</p>

<p>Truss was elected by the lowest ever margin for a Conservative leader with 57 per cent of the vote compared to 43 per cent for Sunak.</p>

<p>As she was invited to the stage, Truss appeared to ignore her rival as she ascended onto the stage to take the plaudits, reported the Independent.</p>

<p>Sunak sat quietly and nodded his appreciation towards Truss while a round of applause reverberated through the room.</p>

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<p>Addressing the audience, Truss said, "We need to show that we will deliver over the next two years. I will deliver a bold plan to cut taxes and grow our economy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I will deliver on the energy crisis, dealing with people's energy bills, but also dealing with the long-term issues we have on energy supply."&nbsp;</p>

<p>She did, however, mention Sunak’s name while paying respects to her other Tory rival candidates.</p>

<p>"I would like to pay my respects to my Tory leadership rival candidates, especially Rishi Sunak. It has been a hard-fought campaign. I think we have shown the depth and breadth of talent in our Conservative Party."&nbsp;</p>

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Soon after Liz Truss was declared the winner of the Conservative leadership race, the newly-elected prime minister walked past his rival and fellow party member Rishi Sunak without offering him a consolatory handshake.

Soon after Liz Truss was declared the winner of the Conservative leadership race, the newly-elected prime minister walked past his rival and fellow party member Rishi Sunak without offering him a consolatory handshake. The result was announced on Monday by the returning officer of the leadership contest and chair of the Conservative Party's powerful 1922 Committee of backbench MPs, Sir Graham Brady, at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre near Downing Street. Truss was elected by the lowest ever margin for a Conservative leader with 57 per cent of the vote compared to 43 per cent for Sunak. As she was invited to the stage, Truss appeared to ignore her rival as she ascended onto the stage to take the plaudits, reported the Independent. Sunak sat quietly and nodded his appreciation towards Truss while a round of applause reverberated through the room. Liz Truss snubs Rishi Sunak as she becomes Prime Minister without shakin... https://t.co/BFy4YGui8f @YouTubeより — Hero (@gaikokujin) September 5, 2022 × Addressing the audience, Truss said, "We need to show that we will deliver over the next two years. I will deliver a bold plan to cut taxes and grow our economy. "I will deliver on the energy crisis, dealing with people's energy bills, but also dealing with the long-term issues we have on energy supply." She did, however, mention Sunak’s name while paying respects to her other Tory rival candidates. "I would like to pay my respects to my Tory leadership rival candidates, especially Rishi Sunak. It has been a hard-fought campaign. I think we have shown the depth and breadth of talent in our Conservative Party." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Watch: Liz Truss snubs Rishi Sunak, avoids handshake at Tory leadership results announcement

Britain will soon have a new Prime Minister Liz Truss. Truss has defeated Rishi Sunak in the Tory Leadership Race. It comes after a two-month long contest on who will be the Conservatives.

Tory Leadership Race: Liz Truss to become UK's third female Prime Minister

Liz Truss has won the Conservative leadership race after defeating Rishi Sunak in the contest and is all set to become the next UK prime minister on Tuesday. Truss to become United Kingdom's third female Prime Minister.

From foreign secretary to Prime Minister: Lizz Truss named Conservative party head

<p>Liz Truss will become the prime minister of the United Kingdom. While it would be tempting to draw implied parallels with the indomitable Margaret Thatcher, but the country that Ms Truss will lead is a vastly different one. The late Thatcher, for one, the daughter of a grocer, demonstrated in word and deed, that the UK was a land of opportunity- a theme that has, over time diminished for many in the country. Second, the context- that of political economy- is different. Thatcher’s incubus was the economic philosophy of ‘neo-liberalism’ wherein the late leader, among other things, aimed (successfully) to trim the state. But Thatcher’s era was also one where the UK was undergoing profound structural change(s) that did not seem apparent then.</p>

<p>One of these was immigration and immigrant flows into the country, the nature and form of which have changed the complexion of the country. One ‘after effect’ of this development is actually that a brown skinned Indian origin person (Rishi Sunak) could not only think of becoming PM of the UK but also pose a challenge to what was once a ‘white establishment’ governed country. But this fact obscures both a latent and overt trend - one that formed the foundational premise of Brexit- that of a country that is deeply polarized and somewhat at odds with itself. (This includes the yawning gap between Scottish nationalism and the Unionists plus the diminishing returns of the Good Friday Agreement in Northern Ireland)</p>

<p>This is the broad context and set of conditions that Ms Truss will inherit. Overlaid by inflation of the nature of decadal highs that has made cost of living exorbitant for ‘ordinary’ Britons, the challenges could not be more fraught and complex for the new prime minister.</p>

<p>Can, the question is, Ms. Truss govern?</p>

<p>Of course, she can. Governing, in the pedestrian sense, is easy. But the UK needs more than governance. Shorn of accretions and rhetoric, Ms Truss needs to, or has to reclaim the country for Britons, in the broadest possible sense. (The term Britons is employed here to include all that form the country’s firmament). How can this be rendered possible? Ms Truss, for starters has to tread a delicate line: she has to foster a sense of belongingness in the country while at the same time disavowing narrow, exclusive nationalism. This is not easy but is doable -something that can be done by broadening the idea and concept of belongingness, fostering non exclusionary pride in the nation. But it would mean broadening the party tent, a possibility that would call for bold and beautiful leadership.</p>

<p>While it is an iffy proposition given the nature of the Conservative Party, other challenges would call for equally bold leadership. One of these is the UK’s standing in the world. It would appear that post-colonial Britain is an addled country. Its ‘island mentality’ has not gone away. Notwithstanding its past(right or wrong), the country is actually inward looking. In prosaic terms, it is neither here nor there. Its foreign and defense policy is latched to that of the United States under the rubric of the ‘special relationship’. The author does not suggest that the UK disavow the special relationship but it may be prudent for the country to have some ‘strategic autonomy’ under the broad umbrella of the relationship. Next, even though it is a ‘bridge too far’ but the UK must repair and calibrate its relationship with the European Union. The why of it is obvious but not so the how of it. This is another area where Ms Truss must demonstrate leadership.</p>

<p>At this point in time, the UK does not have soft power. (Obiter Dictum, Tony Blair’s ‘Cool Britannica’ branding was not only a vulgar and lame rendition of soft power but as shallow as Blair himself). The country needs to think deep and introspect about itself and its position within and without. The world has moved on and so must the UK. In terms of hard power, the UK is not a laggard but surely, its defense and security posture need a rethink and maybe even an overhaul. Here Ms Truss has experience but typically bureaucracies -be these the civil services or the defense establishments all over the world- are defined by inertia. Innovation even of the staid variety is resisted. Again, deft leadership is called for here.</p>

<p>All in all, the distilled essence of this essay is that the UK adrift as it is stands at a cross roads. The country needs able, bold and beautiful leadership; not mere governance or mere economic antidotes. Its challenges are too profound and fraught to be reduced to these. Ms Truss has not ably only won the race for prime minister-ship in the UK but demonstrated verve and staying power. This is just the beginning. A country awaiting reclamation becomes. Ms Truss for the sake of her country must rise to the occasion and redeem the United Kingdom.</p>

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Liz Truss will become the prime minister of the United Kingdom. While it would be tempting to draw implied parallels with the indomitable Margaret Thatcher, but the country that Ms Truss will lead is a vastly different one.

Liz Truss will become the prime minister of the United Kingdom. While it would be tempting to draw implied parallels with the indomitable Margaret Thatcher, but the country that Ms Truss will lead is a vastly different one. The late Thatcher, for one, the daughter of a grocer, demonstrated in word and deed, that the UK was a land of opportunity- a theme that has, over time diminished for many in the country. Second, the context- that of political economy- is different. Thatcher’s incubus was the economic philosophy of ‘neo-liberalism’ wherein the late leader, among other things, aimed (successfully) to trim the state. But Thatcher’s era was also one where the UK was undergoing profound structural change(s) that did not seem apparent then. One of these was immigration and immigrant flows into the country, the nature and form of which have changed the complexion of the country. One ‘after effect’ of this development is actually that a brown skinned Indian origin person (Rishi Sunak) could not only think of becoming PM of the UK but also pose a challenge to what was once a ‘white establishment’ governed country. But this fact obscures both a latent and overt trend - one that formed the foundational premise of Brexit- that of a country that is deeply polarized and somewhat at odds with itself. (This includes the yawning gap between Scottish nationalism and the Unionists plus the diminishing returns of the Good Friday Agreement in Northern Ireland) This is the broad context and set of conditions that Ms Truss will inherit. Overlaid by inflation of the nature of decadal highs that has made cost of living exorbitant for ‘ordinary’ Britons, the challenges could not be more fraught and complex for the new prime minister. Can, the question is, Ms. Truss govern? Of course, she can. Governing, in the pedestrian sense, is easy. But the UK needs more than governance. Shorn of accretions and rhetoric, Ms Truss needs to, or has to reclaim the country for Britons, in the broadest possible sense. (The term Britons is employed here to include all that form the country’s firmament). How can this be rendered possible? Ms Truss, for starters has to tread a delicate line: she has to foster a sense of belongingness in the country while at the same time disavowing narrow, exclusive nationalism. This is not easy but is doable -something that can be done by broadening the idea and concept of belongingness, fostering non exclusionary pride in the nation. But it would mean broadening the party tent, a possibility that would call for bold and beautiful leadership. While it is an iffy proposition given the nature of the Conservative Party, other challenges would call for equally bold leadership. One of these is the UK’s standing in the world. It would appear that post-colonial Britain is an addled country. Its ‘island mentality’ has not gone away. Notwithstanding its past(right or wrong), the country is actually inward looking. In prosaic terms, it is neither here nor there. Its foreign and defense policy is latched to that of the United States under the rubric of the ‘special relationship’. The author does not suggest that the UK disavow the special relationship but it may be prudent for the country to have some ‘strategic autonomy’ under the broad umbrella of the relationship. Next, even though it is a ‘bridge too far’ but the UK must repair and calibrate its relationship with the European Union. The why of it is obvious but not so the how of it. This is another area where Ms Truss must demonstrate leadership. At this point in time, the UK does not have soft power. (Obiter Dictum, Tony Blair’s ‘Cool Britannica’ branding was not only a vulgar and lame rendition of soft power but as shallow as Blair himself). The country needs to think deep and introspect about itself and its position within and without. The world has moved on and so must the UK. In terms of hard power, the UK is not a laggard but surely, its defense and security posture need a rethink and maybe even an overhaul. Here Ms Truss has experience but typically bureaucracies -be these the civil services or the defense establishments all over the world- are defined by inertia. Innovation even of the staid variety is resisted. Again, deft leadership is called for here. All in all, the distilled essence of this essay is that the UK adrift as it is stands at a cross roads. The country needs able, bold and beautiful leadership; not mere governance or mere economic antidotes. Its challenges are too profound and fraught to be reduced to these. Ms Truss has not ably only won the race for prime minister-ship in the UK but demonstrated verve and staying power. This is just the beginning. A country awaiting reclamation becomes. Ms Truss for the sake of her country must rise to the occasion and redeem the United Kingdom. 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Can Prime Minister Liz Truss Lead?

The race to 10 Downing Street has finally come to end. Liz Truss has defeated former Chancellor Rishi Sunak to become new Prime Minister after a hectic 6 weeks of tours, meetings, campaigns and debates.

Tory Leadership Race: Liz Truss becomes United Kingdom's third female Prime Minister

The race to 10 Downing Street has finally come to end. Liz Truss has defeated former Chancellor Rishi Sunak to become new Prime Minister after a hectic 6 weeks of tours, meetings, campaigns and debates. WION in an exclusive interview with Jonathan Lis, senior journalist from London.

Tory Leadership Race: Rishi Sunak loses to Liz Truss, to take over from Boris Johnson

In a few hours from now United Kingdom will get its new Prime Minister. Britain's next leader will take over at a time when the country faces its highest inflation in nearly 40 years, with energy bills soaring and warnings of a recession.

UK Tory Leadership race| Rishi Sunak Vs Lizz Truss: Boris Johnson's successor to be announced today

Tory Leadership Race: Liz Truss gets over 81,000 votes, becomes the new Prime Minister

Liz Truss beats Rishi Sunak in Tory leadership race to become UK's next Prime Minister

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<p>After months of campaigning and hustings, the UK has a new Prime Minister and it is not former chancellor Rishi Sunak. The Tory leader was a clear favourite at the beginning of the election trail. However, somewhere along the way, Sunak lost the plot and surrendered the initiative to Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, who never let go of the momentum.&nbsp;</p>

<p>What were the reasons that Sunak and his popularity amongst the conservatives dived so steeply? WION takes a look and explores.</p>

<p><strong>Tax laundering</strong></p>

<p>One of the biggest thorns in Sunak's election campaign has been unfortunately his wife&nbsp;Akshata Murthy, the daughter of Indian billionaire and Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy.</p>

<p>According to a report by The Guardian, Rishi was forced to explain details about how he managed his family's fortune, which is said to total $840 million and has led to him being routinely referred to as the UK’s richest MP. The majority of Sunak's fortune were derived from his marriage to Akshata who owns a 0.93 per cent stake worth $794 million in Infosys.</p>

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<p>Reports of Akshata touted to be wealthier than British Queen Elizabeth II with assets worth $495 million, according to Sunday Times were not received well by the masses.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, Akshata was able to save millions of pounds in tax on dividends, which were collected from her family's IT business.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last year, she earned a dividend payment worth 11.6 million pounds ($15.1 million) as she owns about 0.9 per cent of Indian IT giant Infosys.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the issue snowballed into a major controversy, Akshata&nbsp;agreed to pay more tax on foreign income. However, the damage had been done by then.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Read more<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-finance-minister-rishi-sunaks-wife-agrees-to-pay-more-tax-on-foreign-income-469592">:&nbsp;British finance minister Rishi Sunak's wife agrees to pay more tax on foreign income</a></p>

<p><strong>Sunak's tax cuts</strong></p>

<p>One of the biggest policy decisions to turn the tide in Truss' favour was Sunak's opposition to not cutting taxes.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, his counterpart, Truss believes that tax cuts will lead to extra spending and tax revenues and rescue the economy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While Truss' populist measure of immediate tax cuts has not received the approval of the economists, it sure has increased her popularity amongst the conservative vote base.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was at this stage that Truss started to pull away from Sunak in the race. Sensing that the margin was widening, Sunak and his team took a volte-face and announced that if elected to power, he will reduce the basic rates of income tax by 20 per cent by 2029.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Sunak stated that his immediate target was tackling inflation. However, once that is achieved, his government will slash one pence off income tax in 2024, as announced in his tenure as the chancellor. Afterward, another three pence will be struck off the income tax, come 2029.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Additionally, Sunak pledged to scrap VAT on energy bills having vociferously opposed it for months.</p>

<p><strong>The green card controversy&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>While the Akshata Murthy tax laundering controversy had barely died down, Sunak was quickly left red-faced as reports emerged suggesting that Sunaks had retained their US green cards, even after returning to Britain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Top members of the Conservative Party dashed his hopes of becoming the PM by questioning his commitment to the UK.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“He (Sunak) has shown colossal naivety and the way he has arranged his affairs does not suggest he is even committed to the UK, but that he is keeping open the option of a career in finance in the United States,” a senior Tory leader told The Observer.</p>

<p>It was only after much public and media pressure that Sunak confirmed he&nbsp;gave up the&nbsp;"green card" for the United States&nbsp;after he became Britain's finance minister.</p>

<p><strong>Sunak's lavish lifestyle</strong></p>

<p>As reported by WION, in July, Sunak visited a building site in Teesside, Northern England where he was spotted wearing $595 Prada suede loafers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Conservative party leader was visiting Teesside to gather the support of Mayor Ben Houchen. However, more than the visit, it was Sunak's "pricey"&nbsp;loafers that grabbed the eyeballs.</p>

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<p>And this was not the first time that Sunak had garnered headlines for his expensive tastes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2020, as the Chancellor of the country, he was spotted using a $220 mug in the traditional pre-Budget photograph.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sunak didn't learn his lessons and&nbsp;came under fire last month as well for spending over $4,80,000 (£400,000) on a pool at his North Yorkshire property as&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/drought-hit-uk-faces-danger-of-flash-floods-following-thunderstorm-warning-507046" target="_blank">UK</a>&nbsp;residents braced for another heatwave and a rise in the cost of living.</p>

<p>Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-rishi-sunaks-opulent-private-pool-amid-rising-cost-of-living-sparks-row-507498">UK: Rishi Sunak's opulent private pool amid rising cost of living sparks row</a></p>

<p><strong>Sunak's aristocratic style</strong></p>

<p>Similarly, when Sunak decided to run for the Prime Minister's job, a clip from a video documentary went viral on social media platforms where Sunak could be seen talking about his "aristocratic"&nbsp;friends.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I have friends who are aristocrats, I have friends who are upper-class, I have friends who are, you know, working-class. Well, not working class," Sunak said in the BBC documentary titled 'Middle Classes- Their Rise &amp; Sprawl'.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He further remarked in the clip, "I mix and match and then I go to see kids from an inner-city state school and tell them to apply to Oxford and talk to them about people like me. And then I shock them at the end of chatting to them for half an hour and tell them I was at Winchester and one of my best friends is from Eton or whatever. And then they're like, 'Oh OK'."</p>

<p>The video had brought a lot of flak for Sunak who was dubbed being as out of touch from reality.&nbsp; Since then, Sunak and his PR team had attempted to change the narrative by selling him as the 'underdog'.&nbsp;</p>

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After months of campaigning and hustings, the UK has a new Prime Minister and it is not former chancellor Rishi Sunak. The Tory leader was a clear favourite at the beginning of the election trail.

After months of campaigning and hustings, the UK has a new Prime Minister and it is not former chancellor Rishi Sunak. The Tory leader was a clear favourite at the beginning of the election trail. However, somewhere along the way, Sunak lost the plot and surrendered the initiative to Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, who never let go of the momentum. What were the reasons that Sunak and his popularity amongst the conservatives dived so steeply? WION takes a look and explores. Tax laundering One of the biggest thorns in Sunak's election campaign has been unfortunately his wife Akshata Murthy, the daughter of Indian billionaire and Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy. According to a report by The Guardian, Rishi was forced to explain details about how he managed his family's fortune, which is said to total $840 million and has led to him being routinely referred to as the UK’s richest MP. The majority of Sunak's fortune were derived from his marriage to Akshata who owns a 0.93 per cent stake worth $794 million in Infosys. Live updates | Liz Truss becomes new UK PM after beating Rishi Sunak Reports of Akshata touted to be wealthier than British Queen Elizabeth II with assets worth $495 million, according to Sunday Times were not received well by the masses. Moreover, Akshata was able to save millions of pounds in tax on dividends, which were collected from her family's IT business. Last year, she earned a dividend payment worth 11.6 million pounds ($15.1 million) as she owns about 0.9 per cent of Indian IT giant Infosys. After the issue snowballed into a major controversy, Akshata agreed to pay more tax on foreign income. However, the damage had been done by then. Read more: British finance minister Rishi Sunak's wife agrees to pay more tax on foreign income Sunak's tax cuts One of the biggest policy decisions to turn the tide in Truss' favour was Sunak's opposition to not cutting taxes. However, his counterpart, Truss believes that tax cuts will lead to extra spending and tax revenues and rescue the economy. While Truss' populist measure of immediate tax cuts has not received the approval of the economists, it sure has increased her popularity amongst the conservative vote base. It was at this stage that Truss started to pull away from Sunak in the race. Sensing that the margin was widening, Sunak and his team took a volte-face and announced that if elected to power, he will reduce the basic rates of income tax by 20 per cent by 2029. Read more: Trailing in UK PM race, Rishi Sunak promises 'radical' 20% income tax cuts Sunak stated that his immediate target was tackling inflation. However, once that is achieved, his government will slash one pence off income tax in 2024, as announced in his tenure as the chancellor. Afterward, another three pence will be struck off the income tax, come 2029. Additionally, Sunak pledged to scrap VAT on energy bills having vociferously opposed it for months. The green card controversy While the Akshata Murthy tax laundering controversy had barely died down, Sunak was quickly left red-faced as reports emerged suggesting that Sunaks had retained their US green cards, even after returning to Britain. Top members of the Conservative Party dashed his hopes of becoming the PM by questioning his commitment to the UK. “He (Sunak) has shown colossal naivety and the way he has arranged his affairs does not suggest he is even committed to the UK, but that he is keeping open the option of a career in finance in the United States,” a senior Tory leader told The Observer. It was only after much public and media pressure that Sunak confirmed he gave up the "green card" for the United States after he became Britain's finance minister. Sunak's lavish lifestyle As reported by WION, in July, Sunak visited a building site in Teesside, Northern England where he was spotted wearing $595 Prada suede loafers. The Conservative party leader was visiting Teesside to gather the support of Mayor Ben Houchen. However, more than the visit, it was Sunak's "pricey" loafers that grabbed the eyeballs. Read more: Tory leader Rishi Sunak wears $595 Prada loafers on a visit to a building site And this was not the first time that Sunak had garnered headlines for his expensive tastes. In 2020, as the Chancellor of the country, he was spotted using a $220 mug in the traditional pre-Budget photograph. Sunak didn't learn his lessons and came under fire last month as well for spending over $4,80,000 (£400,000) on a pool at his North Yorkshire property as UK residents braced for another heatwave and a rise in the cost of living. Read more: UK: Rishi Sunak's opulent private pool amid rising cost of living sparks row Sunak's aristocratic style Similarly, when Sunak decided to run for the Prime Minister's job, a clip from a video documentary went viral on social media platforms where Sunak could be seen talking about his "aristocratic" friends. "I have friends who are aristocrats, I have friends who are upper-class, I have friends who are, you know, working-class. Well, not working class," Sunak said in the BBC documentary titled 'Middle Classes- Their Rise & Sprawl'. The full Sunak clip is even more toe-curling pic.twitter.com/vIVI6UTPun — Conor Gogarty (@ConorGogarty) July 9, 2022 × He further remarked in the clip, "I mix and match and then I go to see kids from an inner-city state school and tell them to apply to Oxford and talk to them about people like me. And then I shock them at the end of chatting to them for half an hour and tell them I was at Winchester and one of my best friends is from Eton or whatever. And then they're like, 'Oh OK'." The video had brought a lot of flak for Sunak who was dubbed being as out of touch from reality. Since then, Sunak and his PR team had attempted to change the narrative by selling him as the 'underdog'. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Five reasons why Rishi Sunak lost the UK Prime Minister election

<p>Mary Elizabeth Truss, or Liz Truss as she is popularly called, is all set to become the next Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. She has trumped Rishi Sunak in the race that saw Britain's Conservative Party member elect a new leader from among themselves. Truss (47) has become the third female prime minister of the UK after Margaret Thatcher and Theresa May.</p>

<p>Initially trailing Sunak, Truss surged ahead as rounds of voting took place. She then consistently led 42-year-old Sunak in polling among estimated 200,000 Tory members eligible to vote. The leadership contest began in July when departing Prime Minister Boris Johnson resigned following a string of scandals.</p>

<p>Truss got 81,326 votes while Sunak got&nbsp;60,399 votes.</p>

<p>After her victory, Truss took to Twitter to celebrate.</p>

<p>"I am honoured to be elected Leader of the Conservative Party. Thank you for putting your trust in me to lead and deliver for our great country. I will take bold action to get all of us through these tough times, grow our economy, and unleash the United Kingdom’s potential," she tweeted.</p>

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<p>Previously, Truss told the Daily Mail that as prime minister she would "do everything in my power to make sure everyone, no matter where they are from, has the opportunity to go as far as their talent and hard work takes them".</p>

<p>In spite of her brave face, Truss faces a tough task of winning over the general public of the country.</p>

<p>A YouGov poll in late August found 52 per cent people thought Truss would make a "poor" or "terrible" prime minister.</p>

<p>Forty-three per cent said they did not trust her "at all" to deal with the burning issue of the rise in the cost of living.</p>

<p>Truss is entering the office just when energy prices in UK have gone up. There is a palpable anger among the public. She takes office when Europe is affected by the war in Ukraine. Russia has been leveraging its position as Europe's major gas provider to exert political pressure. Energy shortage in Europe may cause greater problems as winter months approach.</p>

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Mary Elizabeth Truss, or Liz Truss as she is popularly called, is all set to become the next Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. She has trumped Rishi Sunak in the race that saw Britain's Conservative Party member elect a new leader from among themselves.

Mary Elizabeth Truss, or Liz Truss as she is popularly called, is all set to become the next Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. She has trumped Rishi Sunak in the race that saw Britain's Conservative Party member elect a new leader from among themselves. Truss (47) has become the third female prime minister of the UK after Margaret Thatcher and Theresa May. Initially trailing Sunak, Truss surged ahead as rounds of voting took place. She then consistently led 42-year-old Sunak in polling among estimated 200,000 Tory members eligible to vote. The leadership contest began in July when departing Prime Minister Boris Johnson resigned following a string of scandals. Truss got 81,326 votes while Sunak got 60,399 votes. After her victory, Truss took to Twitter to celebrate. "I am honoured to be elected Leader of the Conservative Party. Thank you for putting your trust in me to lead and deliver for our great country. I will take bold action to get all of us through these tough times, grow our economy, and unleash the United Kingdom’s potential," she tweeted. I am honoured to be elected Leader of the Conservative Party. Thank you for putting your trust in me to lead and deliver for our great country. I will take bold action to get all of us through these tough times, grow our economy, and unleash the United Kingdom’s potential. pic.twitter.com/xCGGTJzjqb — Liz Truss (@trussliz) September 5, 2022 × Previously, Truss told the Daily Mail that as prime minister she would "do everything in my power to make sure everyone, no matter where they are from, has the opportunity to go as far as their talent and hard work takes them". In spite of her brave face, Truss faces a tough task of winning over the general public of the country. A YouGov poll in late August found 52 per cent people thought Truss would make a "poor" or "terrible" prime minister. Forty-three per cent said they did not trust her "at all" to deal with the burning issue of the rise in the cost of living. Truss is entering the office just when energy prices in UK have gone up. There is a palpable anger among the public. She takes office when Europe is affected by the war in Ukraine. Russia has been leveraging its position as Europe's major gas provider to exert political pressure. Energy shortage in Europe may cause greater problems as winter months approach. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Liz Truss elected new UK Prime Minister, beats Rishi Sunak in leadership race

<p>The United Kingdom Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has created a following for herself thanks to her alleged resemblance to former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher during her first leadership battle. Dubbed “the new Iron Lady”, the 46-year-old has&nbsp;replaced Boris Johnson as the Prime Minister of the UK after emerging victorious over&nbsp;Rishi Sunak.</p>

<p>Both of Truss’ parents came from academic backgrounds with father John Kenneth Truss teaching mathematics at the University of Leeds and mother Priscilla Mary being a teacher as well as a member of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament.</p>

<p>She studied economics, politics and philosophy at Merton College, Oxford before joining the Conservative Party in 1996. In her first ever election in 2010, she represented the party in South West Norfolk and since then, she has never lost that seat.</p>

<p>Over the course of her career, Truss has held cabinet positions under the leadership of David Cameron, Theresa May and Boris Johnson. In 2014, she was appointed Secretary of State for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and in 2016, she became the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-cabinet-suella-braverman-likely-to-only-indian-origin-member-of-parliament-says-report-512922">first female</a> Lord Chancellor in the history of the office. She also served as Chief Secretary to the Treasury for some time.</p>

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<p>Under Boris Johnson, she was made Secretary of State for International Trade and President of the Board of Trade but in 2021, she replaced Dominic Raab and became only second female Foreign Secretary in British history.</p>

<p>During her tenure, she worked extensively on the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/luxury-car-stolen-in-uk-found-parked-in-karachi-512783">UK</a>-EU relationship and her key achievement was the release of British citizen Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe from her detention in Iran.</p>

<p><strong>Left-wing parents and Conservative Liz Truss</strong></p>

<p>Her left-wing math professor father and nuclear disarmament activist mother, whom she accompanied to protests as a child, were both astonished by her decision to join the Conservative Party, according to her own admission."One of his colleagues sent an email when he found out saying: 'I see your daughter's become a T***' (Tory)," Truss told The Guardian of her father. Truss, though, believed that the Tories were a better fit for her support of the tiny state.</p>

<p><strong>'Disruptor-in-chief' and an enemy of 'burdensome red tape</strong></p>

<p>Throughout Boris Johnson's tumultuous three years in Downing Street, Truss has been a steadfast supporter and has positioned herself as the torchbearer of his "boosterish" view of Britain's place in the world. Truss was first chosen by Johnson to serve as his minister of foreign trade and as the spokesperson for his "Global Britain" policy. She secured deals in her capacity, particularly with Australia, Japan, and Norway.</p>

<p>She has stated that, in hindsight, she would have voted against Brexit and touted its advantages for the economy. She identifies herself as a "disruptor-in-chief" and an opponent of "burdensome red tape." However, several MPs have charged her with constant self-promotion.</p>

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The United Kingdom Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has created a following for herself thanks to her alleged resemblance to former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher during her first leadership battle.

The United Kingdom Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has created a following for herself thanks to her alleged resemblance to former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher during her first leadership battle. Dubbed “the new Iron Lady”, the 46-year-old has replaced Boris Johnson as the Prime Minister of the UK after emerging victorious over Rishi Sunak. Both of Truss’ parents came from academic backgrounds with father John Kenneth Truss teaching mathematics at the University of Leeds and mother Priscilla Mary being a teacher as well as a member of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament. She studied economics, politics and philosophy at Merton College, Oxford before joining the Conservative Party in 1996. In her first ever election in 2010, she represented the party in South West Norfolk and since then, she has never lost that seat. Over the course of her career, Truss has held cabinet positions under the leadership of David Cameron, Theresa May and Boris Johnson. In 2014, she was appointed Secretary of State for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and in 2016, she became the first female Lord Chancellor in the history of the office. She also served as Chief Secretary to the Treasury for some time. Also read | A barefoot and shirtless man was arrested for scaling London's 1,000-feet tall skyscraper The Shard Under Boris Johnson, she was made Secretary of State for International Trade and President of the Board of Trade but in 2021, she replaced Dominic Raab and became only second female Foreign Secretary in British history. During her tenure, she worked extensively on the UK-EU relationship and her key achievement was the release of British citizen Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe from her detention in Iran. Left-wing parents and Conservative Liz Truss Her left-wing math professor father and nuclear disarmament activist mother, whom she accompanied to protests as a child, were both astonished by her decision to join the Conservative Party, according to her own admission."One of his colleagues sent an email when he found out saying: 'I see your daughter's become a T***' (Tory)," Truss told The Guardian of her father. Truss, though, believed that the Tories were a better fit for her support of the tiny state. 'Disruptor-in-chief' and an enemy of 'burdensome red tape Throughout Boris Johnson's tumultuous three years in Downing Street, Truss has been a steadfast supporter and has positioned herself as the torchbearer of his "boosterish" view of Britain's place in the world. Truss was first chosen by Johnson to serve as his minister of foreign trade and as the spokesperson for his "Global Britain" policy. She secured deals in her capacity, particularly with Australia, Japan, and Norway. She has stated that, in hindsight, she would have voted against Brexit and touted its advantages for the economy. She identifies herself as a "disruptor-in-chief" and an opponent of "burdensome red tape." However, several MPs have charged her with constant self-promotion. (With inputs from agencies)

Liz Truss: Main contender against Rishi Sunak becomes the new UK PM

The race to 10 Downing Street is said to end in just a few hours from now. Today, UK will get its new Prime Minister after a hectic 6 weeks of tours, meetings, campaigns and debates.

UK to get its new Prime Minister today

In just a few hours from now, UK will be getting its new Prime Minister. The top two contenders for the 10 downing street, the Foreign Minister Liz Truss and the former chancellor Rishi Sunak have clashed over a whole host of different issues. One issue that both seem to in harmony with, is the need to confront the rising geopolitical threat posed by China.

Tory Leadership Race: Liz Truss set to adopt tougher China approach

<p>According to the British media, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss is on course to beat Rishi Sunak to be elected Conservative Party leader and British Prime minister on Monday.</p>

<p>Not only this, the United Kingdom's local media has reported that Suella Braverman is likely to be the only British politician of Indian heritage in the new cabinet.</p>

<p>The report claims that Truss is looking to replace Priti Patel as Home Secretary and believes that Braverman is a suitable candidate for the position.</p>

<p>Braverman, who is currently the Attorney General for England and Wales, was born in the Indian state of Goa.</p>

<p>After being knocked out in the second round of ballots of fellow Tory MPs in mid-July, Braverman had thrown her weight behind Truss.</p>

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<p>According to Braverman, ''Liz is ready now to be PM. She won't need to learn on the job. And the job is hard and needs to be done properly. The party has had a difficult six years and stability is urgently and swiftly needed.''</p>

<p>While Patel who has not openly declared her support for either Sunak or Truss, several media reports have claimed that Braverman is set to be rewarded for her support with one of the high offices in the UK government.</p>

<p>While Sunak's camp will still be hanging on to a glimmer of hope for pre-poll forecasts and bookie's odds to be proved wrong when the results are declared at 12.30 pm local time on Monday, for the UK media the result seems to be a foregone conclusion.</p>

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<p>Signalling that he is unlikely to serve in a Truss cabinet, Sunak has said he will support the Conservative government whatever the outcome.</p>

<p>'The Daily Telegraph' quoted a Tory member of Parliament as saying that ''Sunak's talents do need to be used.''</p>

<p>'The Sunday Times' reported that Education Secretary James Cleverly is going to be promoted to Foreign Secretary and Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng will become Chancellor of Exchequer.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the members of Boris Johnson's cabinet who backed her, including Sajid Javid and Nadhim Zahawi will get the portfolio of Northern Ireland Secretary and Cabinet Office minister respectively.</p>

<p>In the new Truss-led Tory government, Defence Secretary Ben Wallace and Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries are expected to retain their respective portfolios, as per British media.</p>

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According to the British media, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss is on course to beat Rishi Sunak to be elected Conservative Party leader and British Prime minister on Monday.

According to the British media, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss is on course to beat Rishi Sunak to be elected Conservative Party leader and British Prime minister on Monday. Not only this, the United Kingdom's local media has reported that Suella Braverman is likely to be the only British politician of Indian heritage in the new cabinet. The report claims that Truss is looking to replace Priti Patel as Home Secretary and believes that Braverman is a suitable candidate for the position. Braverman, who is currently the Attorney General for England and Wales, was born in the Indian state of Goa. After being knocked out in the second round of ballots of fellow Tory MPs in mid-July, Braverman had thrown her weight behind Truss. Great to be back in Wembley with @ToryBc yesterday to talk about why @trussliz would make a great Prime Minister. #Liz4Leader https://t.co/G90dqEV9u0 — Suella Braverman MP (@SuellaBraverman) August 19, 2022 × According to Braverman, ''Liz is ready now to be PM. She won't need to learn on the job. And the job is hard and needs to be done properly. The party has had a difficult six years and stability is urgently and swiftly needed.'' While Patel who has not openly declared her support for either Sunak or Truss, several media reports have claimed that Braverman is set to be rewarded for her support with one of the high offices in the UK government. While Sunak's camp will still be hanging on to a glimmer of hope for pre-poll forecasts and bookie's odds to be proved wrong when the results are declared at 12.30 pm local time on Monday, for the UK media the result seems to be a foregone conclusion. Also see | Next UK leader to inherit an economy in a bind Signalling that he is unlikely to serve in a Truss cabinet, Sunak has said he will support the Conservative government whatever the outcome. 'The Daily Telegraph' quoted a Tory member of Parliament as saying that ''Sunak's talents do need to be used.'' 'The Sunday Times' reported that Education Secretary James Cleverly is going to be promoted to Foreign Secretary and Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng will become Chancellor of Exchequer. Meanwhile, the members of Boris Johnson's cabinet who backed her, including Sajid Javid and Nadhim Zahawi will get the portfolio of Northern Ireland Secretary and Cabinet Office minister respectively. In the new Truss-led Tory government, Defence Secretary Ben Wallace and Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries are expected to retain their respective portfolios, as per British media. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here: ×

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<p>Signalling his defeat in the Tory leadership race ahead of Monday’s election results, Rishi Sunak said that his job would be to support the next government.</p>

<p>Speaking to BBC before the declarations of election results, the Indian-origin former chancellor said he intends to stay on as a Parliament MP if he is not elected as the British Prime Minister.</p>

<p>He further said that he would continue to work for his constituents in Richmond, Yorkshire, if he is defeated by Foreign Secretary Liz Truss.</p>

<p>When asked about his future plans if he loses, Sunak said, “I look forward to supporting the Conservative government in whatever capacity.”</p>

<p>“I'm going to stay as a member of Parliament It's been a great privilege to represent my constituents in Richmond in North Yorkshire as their member of Parliament and I'll love to keep doing that as long as they'll have me,” he added.</p>

<p>When further asked if he would consider running again for the top job at 10 Downing Street in a few years' time if he loses this time, Rishi said, “We've just finished this campaign. I'd say... I need to recover from this one."</p>

<p>From managing to gain leads during the early phase of the contest, Sunak has been trailing behind Truss in recent surveys of Tory party members voting to elect Boris Johnson’s successor.</p>

<p>While Truss had repeatedly laid emphasis on immediate tax cuts, Sunak, in contrast, had pledged to delay tax cuts until inflation is controlled.</p>

<p>An estimated 160,000 Tory members have cast votes through online and postal ballots at the Conservative Campaign Headquarters (CCHQ).</p>

<p>The winner will be announced on Monday at 12.30 pm (local time) by Sir Graham Brady chair of the 1922 Committee of backbench Tory MPs and returning officer of the leadership election.</p>

<p>Then, the newly elected Tory leader will make a brief acceptance speech soon after at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in central London near Downing Street.</p>

<p>The rest of Monday will involve the winning candidate putting the final touches to his or her Cabinet posts.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Signalling his defeat in the Tory leadership race ahead of Monday’s election results, Rishi Sunak said that his job would be to support the next government. Speaking to BBC before the declarations of election results, the Indian-origin former chancellor said he intends to stay on as a Parliament MP if he is not elected as the British Prime Minister.

Signalling his defeat in the Tory leadership race ahead of Monday’s election results, Rishi Sunak said that his job would be to support the next government. Speaking to BBC before the declarations of election results, the Indian-origin former chancellor said he intends to stay on as a Parliament MP if he is not elected as the British Prime Minister. He further said that he would continue to work for his constituents in Richmond, Yorkshire, if he is defeated by Foreign Secretary Liz Truss. When asked about his future plans if he loses, Sunak said, “I look forward to supporting the Conservative government in whatever capacity.” “I'm going to stay as a member of Parliament It's been a great privilege to represent my constituents in Richmond in North Yorkshire as their member of Parliament and I'll love to keep doing that as long as they'll have me,” he added. When further asked if he would consider running again for the top job at 10 Downing Street in a few years' time if he loses this time, Rishi said, “We've just finished this campaign. I'd say... I need to recover from this one." From managing to gain leads during the early phase of the contest, Sunak has been trailing behind Truss in recent surveys of Tory party members voting to elect Boris Johnson’s successor. While Truss had repeatedly laid emphasis on immediate tax cuts, Sunak, in contrast, had pledged to delay tax cuts until inflation is controlled. An estimated 160,000 Tory members have cast votes through online and postal ballots at the Conservative Campaign Headquarters (CCHQ). The winner will be announced on Monday at 12.30 pm (local time) by Sir Graham Brady chair of the 1922 Committee of backbench Tory MPs and returning officer of the leadership election. Then, the newly elected Tory leader will make a brief acceptance speech soon after at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in central London near Downing Street. The rest of Monday will involve the winning candidate putting the final touches to his or her Cabinet posts. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>The team of Rishi Sunak, who is one of two candidates vying to be Britain's next premier, thinks that the former finance minister's references to the Silicon Valley in California might have impacted his chances in the Conservative Party leadership contest.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sources within Sunak's Ready4Rishi campaign team told The Daily Telegraph that they felt things were not going the right way when Sunak mentioned Silicon Valley three times in 10 minutes in a debate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the first week of August, Sunak was asked about the career he would choose as a young graduate at Eastbourne, during a debate at Eastbourne.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Sunak was trying to woo Tory members for the voting, between him and Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, when he answered the question about the career he would choose as a young graduate by reflecting on the "culture" of enterprise he saw while living on the West Coast of the US between 2004 and 2006.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He replied, "I think it's incredibly inspiring and empowering. If I was a young person, I'd want to go and do something like that."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report mentioned that his answer made the team think that Sunak's focus is on California showed he was out of touch and summed up his failure to win over grassroots Tory members.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The recent polls have shown that members are backing Truss by more than two to one. It means the chances of Sunak succeeding are slim.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A source on the campaign told the newspaper, "People started to say that it wasn't going to happen now and he wasn't connecting with voters in the room."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The source said, "He kept talking about California and tech. It became an open secret within the campaign that he wasn't going to win. That hustings was the point things really took a turn as everyone started to realise that."&nbsp;</p>

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The team of Rishi Sunak, who is one of two candidates vying to be Britain's next premier, thinks that the former finance minister's references to the Silicon Valley in California might have impacted his chances in the Conservative Party leadership contest.

The team of Rishi Sunak, who is one of two candidates vying to be Britain's next premier, thinks that the former finance minister's references to the Silicon Valley in California might have impacted his chances in the Conservative Party leadership contest. Sources within Sunak's Ready4Rishi campaign team told The Daily Telegraph that they felt things were not going the right way when Sunak mentioned Silicon Valley three times in 10 minutes in a debate. In the first week of August, Sunak was asked about the career he would choose as a young graduate at Eastbourne, during a debate at Eastbourne. ALSO READ | In a first, UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss plans to declare China an official threat Sunak was trying to woo Tory members for the voting, between him and Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, when he answered the question about the career he would choose as a young graduate by reflecting on the "culture" of enterprise he saw while living on the West Coast of the US between 2004 and 2006. He replied, "I think it's incredibly inspiring and empowering. If I was a young person, I'd want to go and do something like that." The report mentioned that his answer made the team think that Sunak's focus is on California showed he was out of touch and summed up his failure to win over grassroots Tory members. ALSO READ | The HMS Prince of Wales breaks down a day after leaving Portsmouth The recent polls have shown that members are backing Truss by more than two to one. It means the chances of Sunak succeeding are slim. A source on the campaign told the newspaper, "People started to say that it wasn't going to happen now and he wasn't connecting with voters in the room." The source said, "He kept talking about California and tech. It became an open secret within the campaign that he wasn't going to win. That hustings was the point things really took a turn as everyone started to realise that." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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