Floor-crossing MP hints that more Conservatives might follow him to the Liberals

Floor-crossing MP Suggests More Conservatives May Join Liberals

Chris d’Entremont, the newest member of the Liberal caucus, indicated that other Conservative MPs might follow his lead. The Nova Scotia MP said on Wednesday that he no longer identified with the political values of his former leader, Pierre Poilievre.

Joining the Liberal Minority Government

D’Entremont appeared alongside Prime Minister Mark Carney during a press conference in Ottawa, shortly after his unexpected decision to leave the Conservative caucus and join the Liberals. This move came just hours after the Liberals presented their budget.

“I’m honoured to welcome him as the newest member of our government caucus,” said Carney. “Chris’s decision to join the government caucus at this crucial moment for our country is exceptionally valuable and important.”

Political Context

The Liberal minority government is currently just two seats away from a majority, which would allow them to pass their budget without the support of opposition parties.

D’Entremont’s Reasons for Crossing the Floor

Speaking to reporters, d’Entremont explained that his decision had been carefully considered over several months. He expressed misalignment with the opposition leader’s ideals and reflected on how best to serve his constituency.

“Over the last number of months, I wasn’t feeling that I was aligned with the ideals of what the leader of the opposition had been talking about. So, I’ve been sort of relooking at what my career is bringing, and what I can do for my constituency,” he said.
Author's Summary

Chris d’Entremont’s defection from the Conservatives to the Liberals highlights underlying divisions and hints at potential further shifts within the party ranks.

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National Post National Post — 2025-11-06

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