Here’s the latest as Mark Carney prepares to become Canada’s 24th prime minister

Mark Carney will be sworn in as Canada’s 24th prime minister in a ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa today. Here’s the latest on today’s events — which also include the introduction of a new cabinet (all times Eastern): ——— 10:45 a.m. Guests begin to be admitted to Rideau Hall. ——— 10:35 a.m. Carney arrives at Rideau Hall. He tells reporters that his government is focused on action and will get “straight to work.” ——— 10:30 a.m. Former prime minister Jean Chrétien speaks to reporters outside of Rideau Hall. He says he supports Carney and that he thinks the incoming prime minister will do “very well.” ——— 10:20 a.m. Member of Parliament Karina Gould, defeated by Carney in the Liberal leadership race, congratulates Carney and his cabinet members on social…

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