NDP selects interim leader following election seat wipeout
Monday, May 5, 2025, 11:21 am
Facing a dramatic reduction in seats post-election, the NDP has moved quickly to appoint an interim leader. The leadership meeting underscores the party’s urgent need to regroup and redefine its strategy, leaving both insiders and critics questioning if a fresh start might just be what’s needed.
Two party officials say the caucus met twice last week to discuss who will guide the party until a leadership race is completed
Jagmeet Singh démissionnera une fois qu’il sera désigné, avait-il annoncé le soir des élections.
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh announced on election night that he would step down as soon as an interim leader was chosen. The party was reduced to seven seats in the election.
The NDP national council is scheduled to meet Monday night to pick an interim leader. Jagmeet Singh announced on election night that he would step down as soon as an interim leader was chosen. The NDP was reduced to just seven seats in the election on April 28 and no longer holds official party…
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