Martel Returns to Conservative Caucus, Joins the Tory Senate Group
Quebec Sen. Richard Martel is back in the opposition caucus after joining the Conservative Senate group today. Sen. Leo Housakos, the opposition leader in the Senate, says Martel is a “natural fit” in a statement issued today. Martel left the House of Commons in July when Prime Minister Mark Carney appointed him to the Senate [...]
Quebec Sen. Richard Martel has joined the Conservative Senate group. Opposition leader Sen. Leo Housakos stated that Martel is a “natural fit” within the caucus. Martel, who was appointed to the Senate in July, will work on the national security, defence and veterans affairs committee.
- Quebec Sen. Richard Martel has joined the Conservative Senate group.
- Opposition leader Sen. Leo Housakos described Martel as a “natural fit.”
- Martel was appointed to the Senate in July after leaving the House of Commons.
- He will serve on the national security, defence and veterans affairs committee.
- Martel’s previous resignation triggered a byelection won by the Liberals.
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