Justin Trudeau's future as the Canadian prime minister is looking increasingly shaky
Business InsiderSEP 12 2024
On Wednesday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau successfully fended off a vote of no-confidence as opposition leader Pierre Poilievre was unable to win over the New Democratic Party (NDP) and Bloc Québécois leaders.
In public opinion polls, Poilievre, the Conservative Party leader, is in the lead and has expressed interest in a snap election after the NDP withdrew its coalition agreement with the Liberals at the beginning of September.
Wednesday's measure against Trudeau's cabinet failed by a vote of 211 to 120. Trudeau, however, is expected to face a budget confidence vote as early as Thursday.Wednesday's measure against Trudeau's Cabinet failed by a vote of 211 to 120. Trudeau, however, is expected to face a budget confidence vote as early as Thursday.
Wednesday was a good day for Canada but a bad day for the Conservative Party. Trudeau's minority government defeated a motion of no -confidence in the House of Commons. If the motion had passed, it would have caused chaos in the country, forcing the government to resign and triggering an immediate election campaign. That would not have been a responsible thing to do at this time.
Many Canadians are holding Trudeau personally responsible for the rising inflation and high cost of living, as they should. Trudeau's popularity has been declining for years, as a majority believe Conservative leader Poilievre has the best plan when it comes to crucial issues such as housing, health care, and the economy. It's time for Trudeau to do what's best for the country — step down.