Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux Resigns, Narrowing Liberal Majority Gap
Conservative Member of Parliament Matt Jeneroux announced on Thursday that he is stepping down from his position representing Edmonton Riverbend. Contrary to circulating rumours, he will not be joining the Liberal Party.
Speculation emerged on Wednesday suggesting that Jeneroux might follow former Conservative colleague Chris d’Entremont, who previously departed the party to align with the Liberals. Jeneroux confirmed these reports were unfounded.
"Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux announced his resignation from his role as MP for Edmonton Riverbend on Thursday, though he will not join the Liberals as previously rumoured."
This resignation slightly reduces the margin separating the governing Liberals from achieving a majority in the House of Commons.
Author’s Summary
Matt Jeneroux’s unexpected resignation reshapes Parliament’s balance, edging the Liberals closer to a majority but without his defection to their ranks.