# Defense Secretary Resigns Over Funding

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Podcast: [Europe News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now](https://stenobird.com/podcast/europe-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7498547)
Published: 2026-06-11T11:32:11+00:00
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British Defense Secretary John Healey resigned Thursday amid a fiery clash over defense funding, accusing Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Treasury of failing to invest enough to safeguard the nation amid rising global threats. In a letter, Healey called his departure “great regret and reluctance,” but insisted he had no choice. His resignation underscores a mounting crisis in government priorities, raising urgent questions about Britain’s military readiness and sparking uncertainty about who will replace him — with the fallout still unfolding. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/87c5ae81cd7d1f6d

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