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Did Carney just pass a Progressive Conservative budget?

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Nov 19, 2025
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INSIGHT

Narrow Vote Kept Government Standing

  • The budget survived a confidence vote thanks to abstentions and a single Green MP voting with the Liberals.
  • That narrow win shows Parliament can be unpredictable and fragile under the current math.
ADVICE

Avoid Election Without Clear Gains

  • The NDP recommended studying the budget and consulting stakeholders before deciding.
  • They advised against triggering an election because Canadians reportedly don't want one right now.
ANECDOTE

MP's Exit Plans Fueled Speculation

  • Matt Jeneroux announced he would resign from Conservative caucus yet repeatedly didn't vote.
  • His absent voting pattern fueled speculation about his political intentions and possible courting by Liberals.
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