LONDON –
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson landed in Britain on Saturday morning ahead of a possible tilt to get his old job back.
Johnson was ousted by a series of ethics scandals just three months ago, but caught a flight to London after his vacation in the Dominican Republic, days after the dramatic resignation of his successor, Liz Truss.
Johnson has not officially declared he is running, but some House Party allies have been loudly calling for his return. Conservative lawmakers wishing to enter the race must secure the support of 100 of their colleagues by 2 p.m. Monday.
A Johnson return would be a stunning revival for a polarizing figure driven out by a slew of ethics scandals. Opponents say giving him another chance would only spark more controversy and disappointment.
The leadership uncertainty comes at a time of weak economic growth and as millions grapple with higher borrowing costs and rising prices for groceries, fuel and other basics . A growing wave of strikes by railway and postal workers, lawyers and others has revealed growing discontent as a recession looms.
Truss resigned on Thursday after a turbulent 45 days, admitting she could not deliver on her economic tax-cutting package, which she was forced to abandon after causing turmoil in financial markets.