Host David Cochrane announced live on Power & Politics that Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux will resign. Jeneroux explained his decision was driven by a desire to focus on his family amid recent Conservative Party speculation over the past 48 hours.
The Power Panel and CBC's Rosemary Barton provided immediate insight into the impact of losing two MPs in one week. They discussed whether this trend poses a serious risk to Pierre Poilievre's leadership of the Conservative Party.
Defence Minister David McGuinty addressed concerns regarding the federal budget's allocation of $82 billion to defense. He explained how this funding will contribute to meeting NATO's 3.5% of GDP spending target set for 2035.
"I made the decision to focus on my family following the speculation surrounding the Conservative Party over the last 48 hours." – Matt Jeneroux
"Is the loss of two MPs in a week a growing threat to Pierre Poilievre’s leadership?" – CBC Analysis
"The $82 billion budget will help Canada move closer to the NATO spending target of 3.5% of GDP by 2035." – Defence Minister David McGuinty
Summary: Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux’s resignation highlights internal tensions in the Conservative Party, raising questions about Pierre Poilievre's leadership amid broader political and defense funding debates.
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