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July 18, 2024 - Former U.S. president Donald Trump is set to accept his nomination as the Republican presidential nominee in a primetime address tonight. The speech will be his first public remarks since Saturday's assassination attempt. Power & Politics hears from former governor of Arkansas and former Republican presidential candidate Asa Hutchinson. Plus, we hear from Seamus O'Regan, who announced today he's resigning as federal labour minister and won't seek reelection.

July 17, 2024 - Premiers wrapped their summer meeting today in Halifax, united in their frustration with Ottawa. Ontario Premier Doug Ford said the premiers 'get pissed' when the federal government intervenes in provincial jurisdiction. Power & Politics hears from Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. Housing Minister Sean Fraser responds to the concerns. Plus, P&P brings you the latest ahead of Republican vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance's first public address tonight at the Republican National Convention.

July 16, 2024 - Canada's 13 premiers are gathering in Halifax for the annual Council of the Federation meeting and they're sending Prime Minister Justin Trudeau a message: stick to your lane. P&P hears from B.C. Premier David Eby and N.L. Premier Andrew Furey. Plus, Donald Trump has selected Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate. Vance's former political adviser Jai Chabria discusses what the vice-presidential nominee could bring to Trump's election ticket.

July 15, 2024 - On day one of the Republican National Convention, Trump chooses Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his VP pick. With all eyes on Trump, where does Biden stand? Power & Politics speaks to POLITICO reporter Jonathan Martin on what insiders are saying about the president.

July 12, 2024 - Power & Politics speaks to the former U.S. ambassador to Canada on why he says Democrats must consider an 'alternative option.' Plus, an inside look on the role Jill Biden plays in the president's decision to carry on with his campaign.

July 11, 2024 - All eyes are on U.S. President Joe Biden as he delivers his first press conference of 2024. Power & Politics breaks down what's at stake for the president and the Democratic Party. And despite reports that some government officials are not happy with Chrystia Freeland, Trudeau defends his deputy prime minister. The Power Panel weighs in on the latest Liberal political drama.

July 10, 2024 - Democrats of all stripes continue to withdraw support from Joe Biden after his disastrous debate performance. Plus, NATO doubles down on backing Ukraine. Allies announced a multi-billion dollar package to aid Ukraine's war effort.

July 9, 2024 - All eyes are on Washington for what could be a make-or-break week for U.S. President Joe Biden. Former Democratic National Committee chair Howard Dean gives us his assessment. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has his own convincing to do. The Power Panel unpacks what's at stake for Trudeau as the Liberals make their Team Canada push in Washington.

July 8, 2024 - Russia launched a massive missile attack on cities across Ukraine Monday. How will it affect Ukraine's allies, meeting this week at the NATO summit? The president of Latvia joins Power & Politics. Plus, in a new letter to Democrats, Joe Biden says he's not going anywhere. We ask a Democratic strategist if the U.S. president has done enough to reassure his party about his mental fitness.

July 5, 2024 - Ottawa quietly enacted its new Digital Services Tax last week, which will collect a levy from foreign tech giants generating revenue in Canada. U.S. Ambassador to Canada David Cohen tells Power & Politics the new tax on foreign tech giants making money in Canada is 'discriminatory.' Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy says Ottawa should pause its implementation.

July 4, 2024 - Exit polls predict the Labour party is set to win a massive victory in the U.K. general election. Power & Politics digs into that poll with U.K. journalist Hannah Barnes and speaks with a former U.K. Tory MP about what this means for the future of the Conservatives.

July 3, 2024 - Students who organized a pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Toronto say they have cleared the site ahead of a court-ordered deadline to leave on Wednesday. CBC's Idil Mussa reports from campus. Plus, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau won't say whether he will hold a national caucus meeting to discuss the fallout from his party's byelection loss in Toronto-St. Paul's. The Power Panel weighs in.

July 2, 2024 - After at least nine Liberal MPs signed a letter calling for an in-person caucus meeting to discuss the party's Toronto-St. Paul's byelection loss, Newfoundland and Labrador MP Ken McDonald and deputy government House leader Mark Gerretsen share with Power & Politics their views on Justin Trudeau's leadership.

June 28, 2024 - Liberal backbencher Wayne Long has sent an email to caucus calling for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to resign as party leader after the party lost the Toronto-St. Paul's byelection earlier this week. The news comes as Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault was overheard in public discussing the private concerns of Liberal MPs about the future of their party. Power & Politics speaks to the journalist who overheard that conversation. Plus, the Power Panel weighs in on growing concerns in the Liberal caucus.

June 27, 2-24 - The Liberals' stunning loss in the Toronto-St. Paul's byelection on Monday has fuelled conversations inside the caucus about the party's prospects and the future of Justin Trudeau's leadership. A growing number of Liberals are expressing the fear that few seats can be considered safe - and they're calling on the prime minister to address these concerns as soon as possible. Power & Politics hears from a former chief campaign strategist for the Liberals.

June 26, 2024 - Cabinet ministers are standing by the prime minister publicly but the shocking byelection loss in Toronto-St. Paul's has some Liberal MPs privately questioning Justin Trudeau's leadership. Power & Politics hears from Health Minister Mark Holland. And our panel of political insiders weighs in on what comes next for Trudeau's Liberals.

June 25, 2024 - Conservative candidate Don Stewart has won the longtime federal Liberal stronghold of Toronto-St. Paul's, a stunning result that is raising questions about Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's future. Liberal cabinet minister Karina Gould reacts to her party's loss on Power & Politics. Plus, two pollsters break down the surprising defeat.

June 24, 2024 - Alberta New Democrats chose former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi to replace Rachel Notley as the provincial party's leader over the weekend. He discusses his next steps as party leader, including seeking a seat in the legislature, with Power & Politics. Plus, we bring you the latest on a crucial federal byelection tonight.

May 6, 2024 - The federal government has tabled a bill aimed at countering foreign interference, just days after a public inquiry said attempts by other countries to meddle in Canada's last two elections undermined Canadians' trust in democracy. Former CSIS director Ward Elcock brings us his assessment. Plus, two Middle East experts walk us through a potential ceasefire proposal between Hamas and Israel.

May 3, 2024 - Canadian police have arrested members of an alleged hit squad investigators believe was tasked by the government of India with killing prominent Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, B.C. last June. The CBC's Evan Dyer brings us up to speed on everything we know about today's arrests. Plus, the Public Inquiry Into Foreign Interference released its first report. We ask Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc about these two major developments.

May 2, 2024 - Canada's greenhouse gas emissions rose in 2022 as the economy rebounded from the pandemic, according to new figures released by the federal government. Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault tells Power & Politics that Canada is still on track to meet its 2030 reduction goals — and meeting that goal requires an emissions cap on the oil and gas sector. Plus, B.C. wants to roll back part of its drug decriminalization policy. Power & Politics speaks with Vancouver Police Deputy Chief Constable Fiona Wilson.

April 12, 2024 - Power & Politics speaks to Housing Minister Sean Fraser as the Liberals lay out their full plan to address the housing crisis. Plus, we ask Alberta Premier Danielle Smith why she's threatening to block municipalities from cutting their own deals with Ottawa.

April 11, 2024 - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has introduced legislation that would compel municipalities, schools or agencies looking to make deals with the federal government to first secure provincial approval. Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek tells us what this means for her city. Plus, the federal Liberals announce housing affordability measures for first-time buyers. The CEO of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association is here to react.