April 16, 2024 - Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland tabled her fourth budget today, which calls for about $52.9 billion in new spending over the next five years. The result is a projected budget deficit of about $40 billion in the 2024-25 fiscal year — roughly what Freeland projected in the Fall Economic Statement. Freeland explains her plan on Power & Politics. Plus, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh and Bloc Quebecois revenue critic Jean-Denis Garon react ..read more

 April 15, 2024 - World leaders are calling for de-escalation after Iran fired hundreds of missiles and drones at Israel this weekend. But Israel says Iran has crossed 'every red line.' Canada's Ambassador to the United Nations Bob Rae discusses the diplomatic efforts underway. Plus, the government is set to propose billions in new spending in its 2024 budget this week -- and it could include new taxes to pay for all of the promises. CBC reporters share what they've learned ahead of the big reveal ..read more

April 12, 2024 - Power & Politics speaks to Housing Minister Sean Fraser as the Liberals lay out their full plan to address the housing crisis. Plus, we ask Alberta Premier Danielle Smith why she's threatening to block municipalities from cutting their own deals with Ottawa ..read more

 April 11, 2024 - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has introduced legislation that would compel municipalities, schools or agencies looking to make deals with the federal government to first secure provincial approval. Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek tells us what this means for her city. Plus, French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal is visiting Canada on his first trip outside of Europe. He tells Power & Politics he doesn't want the security of France and Europe to depend on the outcome of U.S. elections ..read more

April 8, 2024 - The Liberal government announced a new defence policy update that is projected to bring Canadian defence spending to 1.76 per cent of GDP by 2029 — still short of its NATO commitment to spend 2 per cent of GDP on defence. Power & Politics speaks to Defence Minister Bill Blair. Plus, the inquiry into foreign interference heard from top bureaucrats tasked with monitoring our elections today. The senior officials explained in public, for the first time, the decisions they made during recent elections. The CBC's Karina Roman breaks it all down ..read more

April 5, 2024 - In a statement issued Friday evening, MP Anthony Housefather said he will remain in the Liberal caucus despite his concerns about the party's support for a motion on Palestinian statehood. He speaks to Power & Politics about his decision. Plus, Israel has promised to open new humanitarian aid routes into Gaza after the U.S. warned it to do a better job of protecting civilians or risk losing Washington's support. Canada's former ambassador to Israel discusses the mounting pressure on Israel from the United States.  ..read more

April 1, 2024 - With affordability still a major challenge for many households, what should Canadians expect from Budget 2024? We ask economists Kevin Page and Armine Yalnizyan. Plus, Anne McLennan and Lisa Raitt of the Coalition for a Better Future give their annual score card for the economy ..read more

March 29, 2024 - The Political Pulse panel breaks down what's at stake for the Liberals, Conservatives and NDP in Budget 2024.  ..read more

 March 28, 2024 - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith told a House of Commons committee Thursday that the carbon tax is 'reckless, immoral' and 'inhumane.' We ask her about her province's plan to hit emissions targets. Plus, Minister of Natural Resources Jonathan Wilkinson responds ..read more

Mar. 27, 2024 - Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe spoke against the federal government's carbon tax before committee on Wednesday, later telling Power & Politics it's not needed to solve climate change. Plus, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said his government will introduce new measures aimed at protecting renters in the upcoming budget. We hear from Minister for Women, Gender Equality and Youth Marci Ien on her government's approach ..read more