As Boris Johnson Steps Back, Sunak Moves Closer to No 10

Rishi Sunak is now the clear frontrunner for the UK’s prime ministership after Boris Johnson confirmed he would not stand in the leadership contest. This move effectively narrowed the race, leaving Sunak and Penny Mordaunt as the main contenders. Despite a brief push from Johnson, who celebrated reaching 100 MP nominations, it was clear that Sunak’s support was growing steadily. Defense Minister James Heappey and the Home Secretary were among the prominent figures backing Sunak, giving him a significant edge. As the Conservative Party faces growing internal divisions, the leadership race continues to unfold amidst calls for an immediate general election from Labour’s Angela Rayner.