Host David Cochrane announced live on Power & Politics that Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux will step down. Jeneroux explained his decision by expressing a desire to focus on his family amid recent Conservative Party turmoil over the past 48 hours.
The Power Panel and CBC’s Rosemary Barton provided immediate insight into the implications of losing two MPs within a week. They discussed whether this trend signals a rising challenge to Pierre Poilievre's leadership.
Defence Minister David McGuinty addressed how the upcoming $82 billion budget allocation for defence aligns with Canada’s goal to reach NATO’s defence 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 discussed the budget's $82 billion for defence in relation to NATO’s 3.5% GDP spending target for 2035.
Author’s summary: Matt Jeneroux’s resignation highlights growing tension within the Conservative Party, raising questions about leadership stability amid broader political and budgetary debates.