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"The Labour Party has a process for challenging a leader and that has not been triggered," said Starmer as he fights for his political future.
When King Charles's carriage rattles towards the Palace of Westminster for the State Opening of Parliament tomorrow, he will perform one of his most important constitutional duties, albeit in unusual circumstances.
King Charles III will attend Parliament to deliver the speech outlining the government's agenda.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting, Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham and former deputy prime minister Angela Rayner are among the possible contenders.
It was just under two years ago when Sir Keir Starmer brought a triumphant Labour Party back into Downing Street after more than a decade of Conservative power. But now the embattled prime minister is facing a very different reality from that of July 2024.
The appointment comes amid crushing results for Prime Minister Starmer's ruling Labour Party in local elections.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pushes back against fellow Labour Party members calling for his resignation after disastrous local election results. NBC News’ Raf Sanchez reports from London.