The health secretary scrambles to oust prime minister and take the reins while Andy Burnham races to become MP

After the Labour Party's disastrous showing in the May 7 local elections, the days of the British prime minister at Downing Street appear to be numbered.

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The health secretary scrambles to oust prime minister and take the reins while Andy Burnham races to become MP

Andy Burnham, Angela Rayner and Wes Streeting are all potential candidates for the top job.

Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigned Thursday, setting up a potential contest with the embattled prime minister. Others could jump into the race, too.

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