Manitoba PC Leader Obby Khan stepping down over internal fighting in party
The former CFL football player and provincial cabinet minister has been in the role for about 1 1/2 years, and his caucus and party have been navigating difficult waters.
Obby Khan, leader of Manitoba’s Opposition Progressive Conservatives, has announced he will step down from his position as party leader. Khan will also quit the caucus and will serve as an Independent. He announced his departure on Tuesday, citing internal fighting within the party as the reason for his resignation. Khan, who has been in the role for approximately 1.5 years, does not intend to compromise his principles to remain in the position. He previously served as a cabinet minister and as a CFL football player.
The Progressive Conservatives have been facing challenging circumstances lately. A recent poll indicates that the New Democratic Party (NDP) Premier Wab Kinew maintains strong support, while Khan’s ratings have declined. In recent days, Stephen Carter resigned as the party’s campaign director, and Khan faced a caucus confidence vote regarding his leadership.
The result of the vote was 13 in favor of Khan staying on as leader and 6 against, with one member absent. Following Khan’s departure, the Progressive Conservatives will hold 19 seats in the 57-seat legislature. The NDP currently holds 34 seats, the Liberals have one seat, and there will now be three Independents representing the party.
With the next provincial election scheduled for October 2027, Khan’s resignation marks a significant change for Manitoba’s political landscape.
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