Acadie-Annapolis MP has confirmed he is crossing the floor to the Liberal Party. The longtime Conservative MP says he gave the decision serious consideration and had thoughtful conversations with his constituents. In the end, he decided there is a “better path forward for the country.” In a statement, he says, “Prime Minister Mark Carney is offering that path with a new budget that hits the priorities I have heard most in my riding, to build strong community infrastructure and grow a stronger economy. That is why I am joining the Government caucus.” His crossing of the floor means the minority Liberal government needs only two votes from the Opposition parties to get past a confidence vote on today’s budget and avoid an election.
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