Conservatives Losing Another MP as Jeneroux Announces Resignation
Host David Cochrane shared live on Power & Politics that Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux will resign. Jeneroux explained his decision is to focus on his family amid recent speculation surrounding the Conservative Party over the past 48 hours.
Analysis on the Impact to Party Leadership
The Power Panel and CBC's Rosemary Barton provided immediate insights on whether losing two MPs in one week signals a growing challenge to Pierre Poilievre's leadership.
Defence Minister Discusses Budget and NATO Spending
Defence Minister David McGuinty discussed how the budget's $82 billion allocation for defence will help Canada approach the NATO spending target of 3.5% of GDP by 2035.
"I made the decision to focus on my family following the speculation surrounding the Conservative Party over the last 48 hours."
Defence Minister David McGuinty addressed how close the $82 billion budget is to meeting the 3.5 per cent GDP NATO spending target set for 2035.
Summary: Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux's resignation adds pressure on Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre amid recent party turmoil, while defence funding aims to meet NATO commitments by 2035.