Jagmeet Singh Congratulates Mark Carney on Liberal Leadership
OTTAWA – In a significant political development, Mark Carney has been elected leader of Canada’s Liberal Party, succeeding Justin Trudeau as Prime Minister. Carney, 59, secured an overwhelming 86% of the votes, defeating former Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland.
Carney’s ascent comes at a challenging time for Canada, which is currently embroiled in a trade war with the United States under President Donald Trump. In his victory speech, Carney criticized Trump’s actions, stating, “There’s someone who’s trying to weaken our economy. He’s attacking Canadian workers, families, and businesses. We can’t let him succeed.”
I want to congratulate Mark Carney on becoming leader of the Liberal party.
Canadians are counting on their political leaders to fight for them in these challenging times.
To stand up for a Canada where we take care of each other.
We will disagree on many ideas, priorities and…
— Jagmeet Singh (@theJagmeetSingh) March 9, 2025
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh extended congratulations to Carney on social media, emphasizing the importance of unity in facing external threats. Singh noted that while policy disagreements are inevitable, protecting Canada from the challenges posed by Trump’s administration requires a united front.
Carney, a political newcomer, brings a wealth of experience from his tenure as governor of both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England. His leadership is expected to focus on strengthening the Canadian economy and navigating the complexities of international trade relations. With a general election on the horizon, Carney’s leadership will be pivotal in shaping Canada’s response to ongoing economic challenges.
