Blasting 'pointless' election, premiers press Trudeau for greater autonomy, more health care funding

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s strained relationship with several of Canada’s premiers appears to have taken an even sharper turn downward following the results of Monday’s federal election.

Premiers reacted to the election results today with outrage, apathy and calls for unity following a divisive campaign.

Some are also renewing their demands for greater financial assistance and autonomy from Ottawa, suggesting they may feel emboldened now to seek greater concessions from Trudeau.

The Liberals will return with another minority government and the makeup of this Parliament is projected to be remarkably similar to the one that was dissolved when Trudeau called the snap election last month.

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