John Hogan has been named the new leader of the NL Liberal Party, replacing Premier Andrew Furey.
Hogan was chose to be Furey’s successor this afternoon during the Liberal Leadership Convention.
Furey told the province in February that he was stepping down to spend more time with his family and his medical practice.
It has been an honour to serve Newfoundland and Labrador as Premier and leader of the Liberal Party. Celebrating the last five years was a moving experience, and I’m blown away by my family and everyone who shared well wishes. Thank you all for an incredible journey together! pic.twitter.com/l9HgdDvQQR
— Andrew Furey (@FureyAndrew) May 3, 2025
Hogan was the minister of health and community services before revealing his plans to run for the top job. He also served as minister of justice and the Government House Leader.
An election has to be called by October.
