Floor-crossing MP hints that more Conservatives might follow him to the Liberals

Floor-crossing MP hints that more Conservatives might follow him to the Liberals

Chris d’Entremont, the newest member of the Liberal caucus, suggested that additional Conservative MPs may soon follow his lead in switching parties. The Nova Scotia representative spoke alongside Prime Minister Mark Carney in Ottawa, shortly after announcing his decision to leave the Conservatives and join the minority Liberal government.

“I’m honoured to welcome him as the newest member of our government caucus,” said Carney. “Chris’s decision to join the government caucus at this crucial moment for our country is exceptionally valuable and important.”

D’Entremont’s move came just hours after the Liberals presented their budget. With his defection, the governing party is now only two seats shy of achieving a majority, which would allow them to pass legislation without relying on opposition support.

“Over the last number of months, I wasn’t feeling that I was aligned with the ideals of what the leader of the opposition had been talking about. So, I’ve been rethinking what my career is bringing, and what I can do for my constituency,” he said.

The MP added that his decision had been under consideration for some time and reflected his growing distance from Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s approach to national policy.

Author’s Summary

D’Entremont’s switch from the Conservatives to the Liberals signals both personal conviction and potential political realignment as the governing party edges closer to a majority.

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National Post National Post — 2025-11-06

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