Justin Trudeau's future as the Canadian prime minister is looking increasingly shaky
Business InsiderSEP 12 2024
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.Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau survived his second non-confidence motion in parliament on Tuesday. 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.Members of the House of Commons voted 207-121 to reject an attempt by the official opposition Conservative party to oust Trudeau, having previously voted 211-120 against the same measures last Thursday.
Last Thursday, Trudeau easily dismissed the first Conservative attempt to remove him. The Conservatives, who are leading in the polls, argue that Canadians can't afford the proposed federal carbon tax increase. They also accuse Trudeau of being in charge of rising crime and high prices.The Conservatives, who are leading in the polls, argue that Canadians can't afford the proposed federal carbon tax increase. They also accuse Trudeau of being in charge of rising crime and high prices.
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.