British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called for a national election on July 4, surprising many who expected a fall election, Associated Press reports.
This election will be crucial for the Conservative Party, which has faced numerous challenges after 14 years in power, including economic issues, ethics scandals, and leadership changes. Sunak highlighted his economic achievements, including reducing inflation to 2.3%, the lowest in three years, but faces criticism for not achieving his other pledges, such as economic growth and reducing NHS waiting lists. Sunak’s decision to call an early election is seen as a gamble to present himself as decisive, but the economic and public service challenges remain a concern for voters.
The opposition Labour Party led by Keir Starmer is currently favored to win. Starmer promises to address the cost-of-living crisis, improve border security, and reduce waiting times for healthcare. The opposition recently gained momentum after significant wins in recent local elections and defections from Conservative MPs.
