Amidst growing dissent within his own party and trailing polls, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has defied calls for his resignation and announced he will lead the Liberal Party into the next election. This decision comes despite a letter signed by 24 Liberal MPs urging him to step aside, following a string of setbacks for the party.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is under fire from the Opposition, who are criticizing his handling of the housing and immigration crises. The Opposition leader, Pierre Poilievre, has accused Trudeau of being unable to fix problems he created, while 24 Liberal MPs have called for Trudeau’s resignation before the next election.
A group of Liberal MPs in Canada are calling for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to step down following recent electoral setbacks. The move comes amid growing dissatisfaction with Trudeau’s leadership, with at least 20 MPs signing a document demanding a change. While the number of dissenting MPs may not be enough to force Trudeau out, the situation highlights growing internal pressure within the ruling party.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal government is facing a potential no-confidence vote as early as next week, following a string of electoral defeats and waning public support. Recent poll results suggest a significant shift in voter sentiment, with the Conservatives gaining ground and the Liberals struggling to retain their position. The upcoming vote could trigger an early election and potentially mark the end of Trudeau’s leadership.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has declared he won’t step down as Liberal leader, even if his party loses the crucial Montreal by-election on Monday. This comes amidst pressure on his leadership, fueled by recent electoral setbacks. Trudeau criticized his Conservative opponent, Pierre Poilievre, while emphasizing his commitment to leading the fight against those who he believes threaten the nation’s well-being.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s minority government faces a major setback as the New Democratic Party (NDP) withdraws its crucial support, potentially leading to an early election. The NDP, led by Jagmeet Singh, cited the Liberals’ failure to adequately address key issues like worker rights and their perceived weakness against corporate interests as reasons for the split. While Trudeau’s government may not immediately fall, the withdrawal leaves it in a precarious position, needing to secure support on a case-by-case basis to avoid a confidence vote. The NDP, meanwhile, aims to capitalize on the situation by distancing itself from the struggling Liberals and positioning itself for the upcoming election.
Wayne Long, a backbench MP representing New Brunswick, has become the first sitting member of Justin Trudeau’s Liberal Party caucus to call for his resignation following a disastrous by-election defeat. The call for new leadership comes after the Conservatives won a key Toronto seat, marking a significant setback for the Liberals.
Despite the inclusion of a significant housing initiative, the Liberal government’s latest budget has failed to impress voters according to a recent poll. While 65% of respondents support the $8.5 billion housing plan, just 21% expressed a positive opinion of the budget overall. Notably, the plan to increase spending on defense received support from 70% of those over the age of 55 but only 45% of those between 18 and 35. The poll also revealed that 47% of respondents prefer spending cuts to balance the budget, while only 16% advocate for increased spending and deficits. The government’s proposed changes to the capital gains tax, intended to improve generational fairness, garnered support from 60% of respondents over the age of 55. However, the Canadian Medical Association has raised concerns about the potential impact on physician recruitment and retention.
