"Simon Harris Emerges as Ireland's New Prime Minister as Varadkar Resigns"
TL;DR
Simon Harris, Ireland's Minister for Further and Higher Education, has entered the race to become the country's prime minister following Leo Varadkar's unexpected departure. At 37, Harris would be the youngest prime minister if elected and faces the challenge of reversing his party's poll deficit within a year. With Sinn Fein posing a significant threat, Harris aims to limit the damage and bring fresh energy and new ideas to the leadership role.
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- Who Is Leo Varadkar? The New York Times
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- Ireland's Prime Minister Leo Varadkar unexpectedly resigns CNBC
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