Mélanie Joly confirms she will not seek Liberal party leadership
Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly will not run for the Liberal party leadership, according to a source. She is expected to address the media today after a cabinet meeting. The Liberal leadership race is now active, with a deadline for candidates to declare by January 23. A $350,000 entry fee is required. The leadership contest will conclude on March 9. Notable figures like Mark Carney, Chrystia Freeland, and Christy Clark may announce their intentions soon.