The Latest Breaking News from Liz Truss

Prime minister at risk of mass exodus of ministers as home secretary forced to resign

The question came amid a chaotic day for the government

LONDON — Liz Truss fired Home Secretary Suella Braverman for what was described as a national security breach, a dramatic move that heaps even more pressure on Britain’s premier as she clings to power.

Grant Shapps has replaced Suella Braverman as Home Secretary

Liz Truss’s government has been thrust further into disarray with the apparent resignation of her chief whip in a row over a contentious vote on fracking.

Jokes at home secretary’s expense came thick and fast on social media after her departure

Call for investigation into ‘shambolic’ scenes of ‘open warfare’, with some backbenchers in tears, others using four-letter words

Editorial: The prime minister has caused chaos in government and made Britain poorer. She must not be allowed to stay in office to do more harm

The U.K. government is in tatters after Prime Minister Liz Truss resigned on Oct. 20, 2022 – the second leader to be forced out in mere months. It follows an economic mess largely of her own making that resulted in U-turns, a high-profile firing, curious absences and plummeting support.