UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson indicated on Monday that he could call a snap election if Parliament tries to block his Brexit plans. It’s a risky move that could backfire and lead to his ouster from 10 Downing Street. It comes days after Johnson requested to suspend Parliament as the clock ticks on the October 31 Brexit deadline.
Will Boris Johnson be able to divorce the UK from Europe?
Boris Johnson. Credit: Annika Haas (EU2017EE).
Credits
Guest:
Jon Worth - communications consultant for European politicians
Host:
Madeleine Brand
Producers:
Sarah Sweeney,
Michell Eloy,
Amy Ta,
Alexandra Sif Tryggvadottir,
Rosalie Atkinson,
Brian Hardzinski,
Caleigh Wells