UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss Joins Race to Replace Johnson

British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss heads to work after her announcement that she would be running for the leadership of the Conservative Party, in London, on July 11, 2022. Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss opened her campaign to become the country’s next prime minister on July 11, bringing the total number of candidates to 11.

Truss, who has held ministerial jobs in a number of government departments, including trade, justice, and the treasury, said she would slash taxes and maintain a tough line against Russian President Vladimir Putin.