Canadian Press-Housing Minister Sean Fraser will not be running in the next federal election, according to a senior government official, adding to a growing list of cabinet ministers exiting federal politics. The official, who is not authorized to discuss the matter publicly, said Fraser is not seeking re-election for family reasons. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is scheduled to chair a cabinet meeting on Monday. Fraser, who was a frequent target of Conservative attacks over the government’s handling of the immigration and housing files, was considered a strong communicator and rising star for the Liberals. He’s expected to address his decision to not seek re-election on Monday. Fraser was recently asked is he is planning a bid to lead the Nova Scotia Liberals after the party was decimated in last month’s…
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