Future Of Theresa May's Brexit Deal, And Brexit Itself, Hinges On Pivotal Vote
The U.K. prime minister delayed a critical vote last month because her deal didn't have enough support. Now, the vote is back on — but its odds of approval still look long. What happens if it fails?
Once more, the U.K. has arrived at a difficult fork in the road.
Down one path is the withdrawal agreement Prime Minister Theresa May negotiated with the European Union, a deal meant to ease the jarring changes that could come with the U.K.'s departure from the international bloc on March 29. Down the other path is a rejection of that agreement — and the possible embrace of alternatives ranging from a no-deal Brexit to no Brexit at all.
British lawmakers will decide which course to take with a pivotal vote Tuesday. And May has made it clear that once it's been determined, there might be no turning back.
"When the history books are written, people will look at the decision of this House ... Monday.
