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what was happening to trudeau popularity?
who in the liberal party was elected to be the new PM?
Mark Carney
why did these election take place?
because now former PM Justin Trudeau stepped down
when did Justin Trudeau announce he was planning on stepping down?
January 6th 2025
what was Carney’s previous job before he joined the liberal party?
Central Banker
who is Chrystia Freeland?
Former Minister of finance and former vice deputy prime minister
why was Carney elected?
he has a good economic & financial track record
when is Mark Carney being sworn in as PM?
March 14th 2025 (today)
what sparked the resignation of Chrystia Freeland?
the 25% tariffs
who were some other possible candidates? (name at least one)
Former Deputy Chrystia Freeland, Liberal House leader Karina Gould, and Businessman Frank Baylis
why did Trudeau step down from the roll of PM?
His party no longer wanted him to be the PM.
when did Mark Carney win the liberal leadership race?
March 9th 2025 (last sunday)