UK General Election Set for July 4 Amid Conservative Party Turmoil

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak calls early election as the Conservatives face a significant polling deficit against Labour.

Parliament dissolved, prompting all MPs to seek re-election.
Labour leads by 20 points, promising 'change' while Conservatives focus on 'security'.
Sunak's campaign launch marred by missteps and internal party dissent.
Significant number of Conservative MPs, including key figures, are not standing for re-election.
Reform Party, led by Nigel Farage, gains traction as a right-wing alternative.