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Burnham Nears PM Seat With 322 Votes | US News
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Andy Burnham is poised to become the next UK prime minister, with overwhelming support from Labour MPs—322 out of 403 have already backed him, just one nomination away from securing the sole leadership spot. With nominations closing next Thursday and his official swearing-in set for July 20th, Burnham’s path is nearly unblockable, as rivals need 81 votes just to enter the race. Key endorsements, including from former junior defense minister Al Carns, have cleared the way, following Keir Starmer’s recent exit after disappointing local election results. Momentum is building fast—Burnham himself called it “starting to feel real,” and with most MPs expected to rally behind him, the political landscape is set for a major shift.
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