LIVE: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces general election

Rishi Sunak has announced a general election for July 4.
The prime minister held a cabinet meeting where ministers approved the decision to hold a vote at the start of the summer.
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[@lordelpus2297]

Man who decided to stand outside.
In London.
On a rainy day.
Without an umbrella.
Or a hat.
Announces; “Trust me. I have plan”

[@karlhuber2818]

John Cleese couldn't have done it better

[@drasticplasticaustin]

Someone left a cake out in the rain.

[@sirloin8745]

Before any more defect or need to resign to ‘spend more time with their families’? 🤦‍♂️

[@DestroytheEUSSR]

Never heard of umbrellas dopey

[@quattrohead]

Cat is in charge

[@Owen-hg3cu]

Hilariously pathetic 😂😂😂😂 this will be his legacy. This shambolic speech. Cant wait to vote them out in a few weeks 😅

[@LisaandNeilPlumb]

Jog off briefcase.

[@BloodSport4All]

Reform

[@filmscope827]

#radiosense means #rishisunak - ask #kingcharlesIIi