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Conservative MP reveals Liberal tactics to recruit floor-crossers

Conservative MP Kelly DeRidder tells Marc Patrone the Liberals used fear, flattery and promises tied to her riding in an effort to get her to cross the floor

Straight Up with Marc Patrone
Apr 28, 2026
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A Conservative MP is speaking out about the Liberal Party’s effort to recruit her across the floor, describing a pitch that “started with fear,” moved to flattery, and included suggestions it “would be good for your riding.”

Kitchener Centre MP Kelly DeRidder says she rejected the approach and is now going public. She joins Ma…

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