‘Not How We Do Things,’ Freeland Rejects Secret Liberal Leadership Ballot Idea

‘Not How We Do Things,’ Freeland Rejects Secret Liberal Leadership Ballot Idea
Then-minister Chrystia Freeland responds to a question during a news conference, in Ottawa, on Oct. 29, 2024. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld
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Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland has rejected the idea of the Liberal caucus holding a secret ballot vote on Justin Trudeau’s leadership, saying it’s “just not how Liberals govern themselves.”

Last week, 24 members of the caucus signed on to a letter calling on the prime minister to step down, but the next day Trudeau said firmly that he will lead his party into the next election.