Blaine Higgs Faces Tight Reelection Bid Amid Party Controversies

New Brunswick's Progressive Conservative leader seeks a third term, navigating internal dissent and contentious policy decisions.

Blaine Higgs is aiming for a third term as New Brunswick's Premier, despite recent internal party conflicts.
Higgs has faced backlash for his leadership style, leading to the departure of 12 caucus members who chose not to run in the upcoming election.
His policies, particularly around social issues like transgender rights and drug treatment, have sparked national debate but remain popular locally.
The Higgs administration has been criticized for its handling of Indigenous relations and bilingual education reforms, leading to legal challenges and mistrust among minority communities.
The upcoming election is seen as a referendum on Higgs's leadership and the direction he has taken the Progressive Conservative Party.