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Conservatives Shift Focus on U.S. Relations for 2025

2/1/2026

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Jenni Byrne says the Conservative messaging on Canada–U.S. relations must evolve to address affordability.
She identifies trade diversification, military rebuilding, and resource development as key strategies.
The Conservatives gained seats in the 2025 federal election but did not form a government.
Byrne now advises Pierre Poilievre and supports appointing Steve Outhouse for the campaign.
Following a successful leadership review, Poilievre aims to unite the party and broaden its voter base.

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Story summary

Jenni Byrne says the Conservative messaging on Canada–U.S. relations must evolve to address affordability.
She identifies trade diversification, military rebuilding, and resource development as key strategies.
The Conservatives gained seats in the 2025 federal election but did not form a government.
Byrne now advises Pierre Poilievre and supports appointing Steve Outhouse for the campaign.
Following a successful leadership review, Poilievre aims to unite the party and broaden its voter base.