Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux Resigns from Parliament
Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux from Alberta announced his resignation from the House of Commons after days of speculation he might join the governing Liberals. The Edmonton Riverbend representative informed Conservative Party Whip Chris Warkentin on Thursday about his decision to step down, though he did not disclose a specific date.
In his letter, Jeneroux described the choice as difficult but ultimately the right one. He refrained from explaining the reasons behind his sudden resignation, having first been elected in 2015.
“It was not an easy decision, but it is, I believe, the right one.”
The letter mentioned his respect for “the many remarkable individuals” on both sides of the House of Commons but barely touched on party leader Pierre Poilievre.
This marks the second Conservative MP to leave the caucus by resignation in just three days, dealing a notable setback to Poilievre ahead of a leadership review scheduled for January.
Context and Impact
- Jeneroux’s resignation follows intense rumors of him crossing the floor to the Liberals.
- The departures highlight internal challenges within the Conservative Party.
- Poilievre faces growing pressure as the leadership review approaches.
Author’s summary: Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux’s unexpected resignation amid floor-crossing rumors adds to Conservative Party turmoil less than three months before a critical leadership review.