Race to replace New Zealand leader Key grows to 3
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — The race to replace New Zealand Prime Minister John Key, who stunned the nation by resigning this week, got a little crowded Tuesday with three conservative lawmakers saying they want the top job.
The contenders are Deputy Prime Minister Bill English, Health Minister Jonathan Coleman and Corrections Minister Judith Collins. Several other National Party lawmakers said they might enter the race.
In New Zealand, the prime minister is chosen by the governing party’s top lawmakers, who make up the caucus.