Britain’s defense minister says he won’t run for prime minister

British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace has said he will not run for Conservative Party leader after Boris Johnson’s resignation.

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He announced this on Twitter.

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“It was not an easy choice, but I am focused on my current job and ensuring the security of this great country,” the minister wrote.

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As previously reported, Secretary of Defense Wallace is the main contender for Johnson’s seat.

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On July 7, Boris Johnson announced that he had decided to step down as Prime Minister of Great Britain and leader of the country’s Conservative Party.

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He will continue to fulfill his duties until the election of a new head of the cabinet of ministers.