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EPISODE · Feb 21, 2026 · 53 MIN

The Jas Johal Political Happy Hour

from The Jas Johal Show · host CKNW / Curiouscast

This week: The Supreme Court blocks Trump’s emergency tariffs — hours later, he unveils a new 10 percent global levy. What does it mean for Canada and B.C. exporters? Washington correspondent Reggie Cecchini joins us. (1:24) Keith Baldrey drops by to ask: did anyone in the NDP view this budget through a political lens — or just an accounting one? (11:54) Deficits once signalled crisis. Now they’re routine. Former B.C. Liberal finance minister Gary Collins explains what it took to balance the books — and whether that kind of discipline is possible today. (20:03) Former Conservative MP crosses the floor to join Mark Carney’s Liberals, citing national unity.What does Matt Jeneroux’s move signal about fractures on the right and momentum for the government? Global News Ottawa correspondent Mackenzie Gray joins us. (35:54) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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