Watch: Cabinet minister laughs at Boris’s excuse
Spectator (UK)MAR 25 2022
Johnson is finally facing the consequences for his self-serving, illicit, obfuscating conduct, and his willingness to misled colleagues and the nation at large. The resignation of Javid and, especially Sunak, mark the end of a dire premiership: Johnson's time is up.
The PM is fighting for his political life against mutinous Tory MPs. But the mandate issued to Johnson, who retains the support of key cabinet members including Liz Truss and Michael Gove, through the confidence vote will keep him safe for another year. Sunak's resignation may even benefit the PM by enabling him to pursue a truly conservative fiscal policy.
Sexual misconduct offenses are not unique to the Conservative party; there have been a plethora of such cases stemming from various political parties. The Commons is notorious for its scandals and misconduct, and this latest event only highlights a wider problem that many have now nicknamed "Pestminster."