Sunak and Starmer Square Off in First Debate Amid Farage's Election Entry
TL;DR
Conservative leader Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer are set to clash in a televised debate ahead of the July 4 election, with Sunak aiming to improve his party's poor outlook and Starmer seeking to solidify his lead. The debate follows Nigel Farage's announcement to run for Parliament with Reform UK, potentially siphoning votes from the Conservatives. Farage's return adds volatility to the election, which is likely to result in either Sunak or Starmer becoming the next UK Prime Minister.
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- Sunak and Starmer prepare for their first debate as disruptor Farage roils UK election waters The Associated Press
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