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Don Davies Named Interim Leader as NDP Faces Leadership Transition

The federal council has appointed Vancouver MP Don Davies to guide the party through its rebuilding phase after a devastating electoral defeat.

Overview

  • Don Davies, MP for Vancouver Kingsway, was selected as interim leader by the NDP's federal council on Monday evening.
  • The NDP suffered its worst election result in history, securing only seven seats and losing official party status in the House of Commons.
  • Jagmeet Singh formally stepped down as leader after announcing his resignation on election night following his own defeat in Burnaby Central.
  • Davies will collaborate with the caucus, council, and party members to organize a leadership race and set a recovery plan for the party.
  • The interim leader's priorities include restoring credibility on economic and trade issues and regaining parliamentary recognition.