Run for Chairmanship of the New Brunswick Progressive-Conservatives In 2016, Allen ran for the leadership of the
Progressive Conservative Party of New Brunswick. One of seven candidates, he won 16.25% of the vote in the October 22nd Convention's first round. In the second round, he won 20.22%, coming in last place, and being eliminated as a result.
Campaign Finance Violations In July 2018, Allen was charged with campaign finance violations during his bid for the chairmanship of
Progressive Conservative Party of New Brunswick, under the claim that he and his wife donated a sum of over $6,000 to his campaign, hence passing the contribution limit. In May 2019, he pleaded guilty to violations of campaign finance law, and was made to pay $10,000 in Fines. == Electoral history ==