Canada’s Conservative Party Loses Second Lawmaker in Three Days
On the evening of November 6, Alberta lawmaker Matt Jeneroux unexpectedly resigned from the House of Commons, creating a stir in Ottawa. This marks the second departure from the Conservative Party within a week, adding pressure on Pierre Poilievre, the key opponent of Prime Minister Mark Carney.
The resignations occur amidst a critical budget vote following the government's budget release on November 4. Failure to pass this budget in the House would result in the government's collapse.
Details of the Resignations
- Matt Jeneroux resigned without providing specific reasons in his social media statement and did not respond to further inquiries.
- The resignations closely follow the defection of Chris d’Entremont, a Nova Scotia Conservative MP who recently joined Carney's Liberal Party.
"That gave the Liberals 170 seats, just two shy of a majority in Parliament."
The shift threatens the Conservative Party's strength as the Liberals near majority status in Parliament.
Political Implications
These developments intensify the challenges facing Pierre Poilievre as the Conservative Party navigates a precarious political landscape just before a crucial budget vote that could determine the government's future.
Author's summary: The resignation of two Conservative MPs in a week heightens political stakes for opposition leader Pierre Poilievre as Prime Minister Carney's government faces a decisive budget vote.