By Canadian Press

taking a pass

Rona Ambrose decides against joining Conservative leadership race

Jan 22, 2020 | 4:56 PM

OTTAWA—Rona Ambrose will not run for leadership of the federal Conservative party.

She made the announcement in a post on social media today, saying she wants to stay focused on making a difference through the private sector.

Ambrose had been facing heavy pressure to make a bid for the job and says she was humbled to be considered.

She says she knows the party will choose a strong and compassionate person to lead and she’ll be there to support them.

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Ambrose served as interim leader of the party after the Conservatives were voted out in 2015, and was replaced by Andrew Scheer.

But he stepped down in mid-December, kicking off the current race.