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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.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.


The Spin

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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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