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PM #MarkCarney of #Canada Monday gained a majority in the #HouseOfCommons after special parliamentary #elections, solidifying the #Liberal Party’s hold on #power.

Since late last year, 5 members of opposition parties have joined the Liberals, one as recently as last week, bringing #Carney within a single vote of the 172 needed for a #majority. CBC News projected Monday night that Liberal candidates won 2 of the 3 elections, giving Carney a majority.

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/13/world/canada/mark-carney-liberals-majority-conservatives-defect.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share

Canada Special Elections 2026 Results: Carney’s Liberal Party Gains Majority

Prime Minister Mark Carney, constrained by leading a minority government for the past year, gained a majority in the House of Commons after special elections on Monday.

The New York Times
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The likely result of the third vote remained unclear.

With his newfound control, Carney will have broader latitude with his #legislative agenda, which is focused on reducing Canada’s dependency on the #US, & give him a stronger footing with which to deal with #Trump, especially on #trade.

#MarkCarney #Canada #HouseOfCommons #elections #Liberal