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Obby Khan stepping down as Manitoba PC leader

Obby Khan is stepping down from his position as leader of Manitoba's Opposition Progressive Conservatives, saying divisions within his caucus have left him "no choice" but to resign.

Obby Khan stepping down as Manitoba PC leader

Progressive Conservative Leader Obby Khan has announced his resignation as Leader of the Opposition in Manitoba. Khan delivered the news on Monday afternoon at the province's legislative building. Despite facing a confidence vote within his caucus on Friday, Khan maintained that he still held "the full confidence" of his fellow Progressive Conservatives. According to Khan, he became aware that party members had been convening in secret sessions to undermine the confidence vote.

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