In a major turn of political events in Britain, Liz Truss resigned as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom within 45 days of entering 10 Downing Street. Shortest in Britain's political history, her tenure was marked with exits and turnarounds.
UK Prime Minister Liz Truss today said that she is resigning as prime minister, announcing that her successor will be elected by the end of next week. Truss's mini-budget, which sent shockwaves through the markets, was responsible for her downfall.