Rayes announced he would sit as an independent, saying the party and his ideals simply don’t align anymore
Rayes, the MP for Richmond-Arthabaska, Que., released a statement Tuesday afternoon announcing he would sit as an independent. Describing himself as a “proud Progressive Conservative,” he said the party’s and his ideals simply don’t align anymore.We deliver the local news you need in these turbulent times on weekdays at 3 p.m.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
“I leave without bitterness and I remain driven by the deep desire to continue to serve the population.” Despite the lack of support Poilievre received from Quebec MPs, he did well in the province during the leadership race, even carrying Rayes’ riding.10/3 podcast: Pierre Poilievre's massive win presents Conservatives with a united front
Poilievre said the leadership race showed that he had the support of Rayes’ constituents and said in French that Rayes had “decided not to fight Justin Trudeau’s inflation.”
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