OTTAWA — Liberal members of Parliament gathered for an early caucus meeting Tuesday morning to discuss the historic vote to select a new House of Commons Speaker, which is expected later in the day.
Anthony Rota stepped down from the role a week ago amid international controversy over his actions during a recent visit by Ukraine's president.
A handful of Conservative, Liberal and NDP MPs, along with Green Party Leader Elizabeth May, have announced their interest in taking on the Speaker role. Three more member of the Liberal caucus hope to take the chair: Quebec MP Greg Fergus, Prince Edward Island MP Sean Casey and Quebec MPs Peter Schiefke.Outside the caucus meeting Tuesday morning, Shiefke said there are"incredibly fine candidates" in the running and he is confident that whoever wins will do a fantastic job.
"Someone who's able to gain the trust of the house, first and foremost, from all parties, and someone who's able to ensure decorum," Shiefke said.
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