Boris Johnson Quits After Months of Scandals Hammer UK Tories

  • Prime minister finally gives up his fight to stay in office
  • Johnson’s position became untenable after wave of resignations
UK's Johnson Resigns as Prime Minister, Says He'll Stay on as CaretakerSource: Bloomberg
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Boris Johnson announced his intention to resign as UK prime minister, bringing the curtain down on a tempestuous three years in office marred by a succession of scandals that culminated in the rebellion of his own cabinet and parliamentary group.