Nepean MP Chandra Arya says he’s been informed by the Liberal Party of Canada he’s not permitted to run in the leadership contest to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Nepean MP says he’s considering his next steps, thanks volunteers for their support
Nepean MP Chandra Arya says he’s been informed by the Liberal Party of Canada he’s not permitted to run in the leadership contest to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
In a statement posted to social media, Arya said the party notified him on Saturday.
“While I await their official communication, I am carefully considering my next steps,” Arya said. “This decision raises significant questions about the legitimacy of the leadership race and, by extension, the legitimacy of the next Prime Minister of Canada.”
First and foremost, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the hundreds of volunteers across Canada who have worked tirelessly, day and night, over the past two weeks to mobilize support for my Liberal leadership campaign. Your unwavering dedication inspires me.
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Arya was one of seven leadership hopefuls who reported they submitted their nomination packages by the Liberal Party’s deadline of 5 p.m. ET on Thursday and met the first financial hurdle to enter the race.
After the deadline passed on Thursday, party spokesperson Parker Lund told CBC News the party will approve candidates “within 10 days.” Elections Canada will also need to approve them, he said, which could take several days.
Lund said the party will only confirm official candidates once they have been fully approved.
More to come.
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