Conservative MP Announces Resignation Following Party Switch
OTTAWA – Matt Jeneroux, the Conservative MP representing Edmonton Riverbend, has declared his resignation just days after a fellow caucus member defected to the Liberals.
In a letter, Jeneroux described the decision as “not an easy decision” but insisted it was “the right one.”
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre confirmed on social media that Jeneroux intends to step down as a member of Parliament next spring.
The recent developments come in the wake of another Conservative MP crossing the floor to join the Liberal Party, reflecting ongoing shifts within the party.
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Author’s summary: A Conservative MP's resignation follows closely after intra-party defections, signaling significant changes ahead for the party’s dynamics.