New Zealand¡¯s next prime minister credits time spent in a police cell for sparking his interest in national politics.
Twenty-five years after his brush with the law as a student protester, Chris Hipkins is set to become the nation¡¯s 41st prime minister.
The ruling Labor Party¡¯s caucus met Sunday in Wellington and endorsed his promotion to leader following the shock resignation of Jacinda Ardern. He is set to be sworn in by the governor-general this week.
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