Summary
During the French-language debate in Montreal on April 16, 2025, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre criticized Liberal Leader Mark Carney for the Liberal government’s decade-long record on immigration, housing, and crime. Carney, who had just assumed leadership, defended himself by highlighting his trade outreach efforts but faced scrutiny for not distancing himself from the previous administration. The debate underscored the challenges Carney faces in presenting a fresh vision for the Liberals, as Poilievre accused him of lacking a desire for change amid a backdrop of political fatigue.
