Carney says he’d defend budget in an election if necessary

Breakdown

• Prime Minister Mark Carney promises significant investments in Canada following a trip to Asia.
• The upcoming federal budget will increase spending on the military, housing, and workers affected by U.S. tariffs, while also introducing spending cuts. 8s
• Carney expresses readiness to defend the budget in an election if it is voted down by opposition parties. 44s
• Opposition parties, including the Conservatives, Bloc Québécois, and NDP, have issued demands and have not committed to supporting the budget. 56s
• Negotiations are ongoing, with options such as NDP abstentions being discussed to secure enough votes to pass the budget and avoid an election. 2m 28s