"Theresa May's Departure: A Brexit Prime Minister's Exit from Politics"

Former UK Prime Minister Theresa May announced her decision to step down as a Member of Parliament, joining a growing number of Conservative lawmakers not seeking re-election in the upcoming nationwide vote, where the party is predicted to face a significant defeat. May, who represented Maidenhead since 1997 and served as PM from 2016 to 2019, cited her commitment to causes like tackling modern slavery as a reason for her decision. Despite her departure, she expressed support for current Conservative leader Rishi Sunak and the party's chances in the election, which is expected in the latter half of the year. The exodus of Tory MPs is seen as a reflection of the party's struggles and a shift in its direction, particularly in the aftermath of Brexit.