Amy Hoggart discusses UK political chaos: Starmer's unpopularity, Burnham's rise, and Farage's crypto scandal
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Cliff Schecter
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Comedian Amy Hoggart (Full Frontal, "What's Left" Substack) joins Cliff Schecter to humorously analyze British political turmoil. Topics include Keir Starmer becoming the least popular PM in British history, his likely replacement by Manchester mayor Andy Burnham, and Nigel Farage's Reform party being damaged by a £5 million crypto donation scandal. Hoggart brings deep research and comedic insight to the discussion.
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· 3 pulledKeir Starmer just became the least popular prime minister in recorded British history, got shoved out in a bloodless 'coup,' likely to be replaced by Manchester mayor Andy Burnham.
Nigel Farage's Reform is cratering after a £5 million crypto donation scandal.
Hoggart, who actually loses sleep researching these constituencies at 3 a.m., is the perfect guide through it.
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