Brexit drama: British Labor Minister Amber Rudd resigned

"I can not stand to be excluded as good, loyal moderate conservatives." With these words, the British Amber Rudd has resigned her position as British Labor Minister. The moderate Conservative politician responded to events during the week when 21 Tory MPs were expelled from the group.

I have resigned from Cabinet and surrendered the Conservative Whip.

I can not stand by as good, loyal moderate Conservatives are expelled.

I have spoken to the PM and my Association Chairman to explain.

I remain committed to the One Nation values ​​that drew me into politics. pic.twitter.com/kYmZHbLMES

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