Former Liberal Cabinet Minister Marco Mendicino Will Not Run in Next Election

Mendicino cites personal reasons and disagreements with the Trudeau government’s foreign policy as factors in his decision.

Marco Mendicino, Liberal MP for Eglinton—Lawrence and former Public Safety Minister, announced he will not seek re-election in the upcoming federal election.
In a statement, Mendicino expressed gratitude to his constituents and described his decision as the right choice for his family at this time.
Mendicino criticized the Trudeau government’s approach to foreign policy, particularly regarding relations with Israel, the Gaza humanitarian crisis, and Canada’s diminished role in the Middle East.
As Public Safety Minister, Mendicino oversaw controversial decisions, including the invocation of the Emergencies Act during the 2022 Freedom Convoy protests and the handling of high-profile offender Paul Bernardo’s prison transfer.
His departure comes during a period of Liberal Party instability, with several other MPs and ministers stepping down and growing calls for Trudeau to resign as party leader.