Rumours growing about plot to overthrow UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been forced to address reports that his rivals within the Labour Party are conspiring to replace him as leader, just two weeks before the government budget announcement, which could further worsen his already abysmal popularity.
Several British media outlets quoted Starmer's allies on Tuesday as saying his position could be in imminent danger and pointing to Health Secretary Wes Streeting as a contender whose "ambition" was viewed with "particular suspicion."
These same allies reported that Starmer would fight any challenge to his leadership.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been forced to address rumours of a leadership challenge. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images) (Getty)
Streeting dismissed the rumours as "counterproduct...
