But now, at 36, the future of New Brunswick’s youngest ex-premier is a question mark. The deal has seen the Tories — who won 22 seats following the Sept. 24 provincial election — earn an extra three seats for a 25-seat majority in the 49-seat house. With the possibility of a snap election looming with every confidence vote, Gallant said the Liberal party will have to move quickly to find its next leader. Meanwhile, the outgoing Liberal leader expressed concern with right-wing populist political movements taking hold in the western world. However, Gallant said he doesn’t believe the trend will repeat itself during the federal election.

Source: National Post December 29, 2018 20:03 UTC