NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh Ends Alliance with Trudeau, Calls for Urgent Reforms

NDP leader Jagmeet Singh announces the termination of the supply-and-confidence agreement with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal government. Singh accuses the Liberals of succumbing to corporate interests and vows to challenge Conservative policies in the next election. The decision could lead to an early federal election.

Jagmeet Singh, leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP), has announced the termination of the supply-and-confidence agreement with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal government. Singh cited the Liberals' alleged weakness and capitulation to corporate interests as reasons for ending the deal.

The agreement, which began in March 2022 and was set to last until June 2025, ensured NDP support for Trudeau's minority government in exchange for legislative commitments. Singh's decision now leaves the Liberals in a precarious minority position.

Singh's announcement, made via a video on social media, was followed by a statement from Trudeau, who emphasized his government's focus on affordability and climate change. The NDP leader's move introduces significant uncertainty into Canadian politics, possibly leading to an early federal election.

(With inputs from agencies.)