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Trudeau survives second parliamentary confidence vote

Trudeau survives second parliamentary confidence vote

Above: Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau watches Sunday Singles on day four of the 2024 Presidents Cup at The Royal Montreal Golf Club on September 29, 2024, in Montreal, Quebec. Image copyright: Jared C. Tilton / Staff / Getty Images Sport via Getty Images***PLEASE REPLACE WATERMARKED IMAGE***

The Facts

  • On Tuesday, the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, survived his second non-confidence motion in parliament. The Conservative Party presented the motion in an attempt to overthrow the minority Liberal government and call for an early election.

  • Members of the House of Commons voted 207-121 to reject an attempt by the official opposition Conservative party to oust Trudeau.


The Spin

Despite being more vulnerable than ever, Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau survived a second no-confidence vote and may continue as prime minister until next year. As long as Trudeau can avoid 170 opposition legislators voting against the Liberals, he may remain in power until his term expires at the end of October 2025.

Many Canadians are rightfully holding Trudeau personally responsible for the rising inflation and high cost of living. His popularity has been declining for years, with most believing Poilievre has the best plan when it comes to crucial issues like housing, health care, and the economy. It's time for Trudeau to do what's best for the country — step down.


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