The Canadian Parliament concludes its fall session amidst a wave of political instability within the Liberal Party. The resignation of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland triggered calls for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation, leaving the party deeply divided. The government's economic update revealed a burgeoning deficit, prompting concerns about affordability. The Liberal Party faces uncertain times as it prepares for a potential leadership race and the upcoming return of Parliament.
OTTAWA — Members of Parliament are set to begin their holiday break later today, capping off a tumultuous fall sitting filled with non-confidence votes, filibusters, stalled legislation, a growing deficit and the finance minister's resignation.
Ontario MP Chad Collins left an evening caucus meeting telling reporters the Liberal caucus is divided and that the party needs a leadership race. The economic update shows the deficit has grown to nearly $62 billion, far beyond the $40-billion target Freeland set earlier this year. LeBlanc, who is also in charge of intergovernmental affairs and democratic institutions, says his main priority as finance minister will be to address affordability issues.
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