The Progressive Conservatives say Sault Ste. Marie MPP Chris Scott is “no longer” part of their caucus in a surprise Monday morning announcement.

Scott was elected for the first time in February, very narrowly beating the NDP candidate in the riding by a little over 100 votes.

In a brief statement, a spokesperson for Premier Doug Ford announced Scott would no longer sit with the government.

“MPP Chris Scott is no longer a member of the PC caucus,” Ford’s office said.

No additional details were given.

Internally, some government sources were at a loss to explain what had happened, signalling that the premier’s office had shared little with its staff and members.

Global News has contacted Scott for comment.

Scott was a long-time Progressive Conservative staffer, having advised Ford’

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