Power & Politics Liberals survive 2 budget confidence votes — but a 3rd is coming
Nov 7, 2025
Kody Blois, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister, discusses the Liberal government's strategies to navigate confidence votes and keep their agenda afloat. He reveals ongoing talks with Conservatives while emphasizing openness to collaboration. The uncertainty surrounding upcoming votes adds drama, as former Conservative chief of staff David McLaughlin and campaign co-chair David Herle scrutinize Pierre Poilievre's leadership amid caucus turmoil. Conversations about fiscal discipline and Canada's trade ambitions also highlight the challenges ahead.
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Liberals Open To Cross-Party Talks
- Kody Blois says the Liberals are open to conversations with opposition MPs who support the budget and may welcome them to their caucus.
- The government frames outreach as cooperation to pass a budget balancing growth and fiscal discipline.
Budget Framed As Stability Play
- The government repeatedly warns it won't take a stable minority for granted and pressures opposition to avoid triggering an election.
- Kody Blois frames the budget as necessary investment amid global uncertainty while promising to balance operations in three years.
Two Departures Spark Scrutiny
- Kate McKenna reports Chris D'Entremont crossed to the Liberals and that Matt Jeneroux later resigned amid intense scrutiny.
- Reporters say Jeneroux met Liberal officials and faced internal party pressure before his resignation.