Mark Carney scored a huge win Sunday, as official numbers showed he will become the next Canadian prime minister. The former central banker grabbed control of the Liberal Party with 86 percent of votes from party members. He beat his rival, Chrystia Freeland, by a massive margin among the almost 152,000 people who voted.
Carney takes charge during rough times for Canada. The country faces serious trade fights with its neighbor under President Trump. The new leader spoke strongly about these challenges at the party gathering. He warned everybody that Trump wants to harm Canadian workers and businesses. The crowd booed loudly when he talked about the American president. Carney promised his team would act fast with fresh ideas.
Justin Trudeau stepped aside in January after leading Canada for more than nine years. His public support had dropped badly, forcing Liberals to find a replacement quickly. During his speech, Trudeau reminded everyone about what matters most right now. He stressed that democracy and freedom need protection because nothing can be guaranteed forever.
The change happens as Canada prepares for upcoming elections that must happen soon. Carney, who just turned 56, must handle these tough international problems from day one as prime minister. His background running major banks might help him tackle economic pressure from south of the border. Carney appears ready to stand firm against American attempts to push Canada around through trade policies.
Carney takes charge during rough times for Canada. The country faces serious trade fights with its neighbor under President Trump. The new leader spoke strongly about these challenges at the party gathering. He warned everybody that Trump wants to harm Canadian workers and businesses. The crowd booed loudly when he talked about the American president. Carney promised his team would act fast with fresh ideas.
Justin Trudeau stepped aside in January after leading Canada for more than nine years. His public support had dropped badly, forcing Liberals to find a replacement quickly. During his speech, Trudeau reminded everyone about what matters most right now. He stressed that democracy and freedom need protection because nothing can be guaranteed forever.
The change happens as Canada prepares for upcoming elections that must happen soon. Carney, who just turned 56, must handle these tough international problems from day one as prime minister. His background running major banks might help him tackle economic pressure from south of the border. Carney appears ready to stand firm against American attempts to push Canada around through trade policies.
