Trudeau Survives No-Confidence Vote in Canada

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau survived a vote of no confidence in the House of Commons, where legislators voted 211-120 against a Conservative motion aimed at unseating him. This victory allows Trudeau to continue leading his minority Liberal government, despite his administration's declining popularity due to rising inflation and a housing crisis, compounded by the New Democratic Party's recent withdrawal from a coalition agreement. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, who is eager for a snap election, criticized Trudeau for escalating costs and crime but faces resistance from smaller opposition parties that prefer negotiations over immediate elections. Trudeau's government will soon face another confidence vote related to budget measures, which they are expected to survive as well. However, the Bloc Québécois has indicated it may seek to topple the government unless their demands are met, highlighting ongoing political instability. The Conservatives, currently leading in public opinion polls, are poised to challenge the Liberals again in the near future.