MP Matt Jeneroux switches from Conservatives to Liberals

Alberta MP Matt Jeneroux has defected from the Conservative Party to join the Liberal Party, becoming the third Conservative MP to switch sides, following Chris d’Entremont and Michael Ma. Jeneroux cited Prime Minister Mark Carney’s speech at the World Economic Forum as a catalyst for his decision, stating it was time to stop sitting on the sidelines. Conservatives, including leader Pierre Poilievre, criticized Jeneroux’s move as a betrayal of his constituents. Jeneroux will serve as a special adviser on economic and security partnerships in Carney’s government.