Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce his resignation after facing mounting pressure within his own party. Reports suggest Justin Trudeau plans to step down during a press conference at Rideau Cottage on Monday morning.
This decision follows months of dwindling public support and internal criticism from Liberal Party members. Sources close to Trudeau revealed his intention to resign before an emergency party meeting scheduled for wednesday.
Trudeau aims to avoid the appearance of being ousted by his own Member of Parliament. His Departure would mark the end of his nine-year tenure as Prime Minister since 2015. This decision comes amid record inflation, an acute housing crisis, and voter frustration.
Recent polls indicate the Liberal Party has only 16% support, the worst result since the pre-election performance in over 100 years. Meanwhile, the opposition Conservatives are leading the polls, increasing pressure on Trudeau to step aside.
In late October, nearly two dozen backbench MPs signed a letter urging Trudeau to resign, fearing an electoral disaster in 2025. Chrystia Freeland’s resignation, his deputy and key ally, further destabilized Trudeau’s government.
Freeland criticized his leadership, questioning his ability to navigate economic challenges, including the threat of US tariffs under Donald Trump. Trudeau’s attempts to strengthen relations with the United States have faltered.
Despite diplomatic gestures, Trump publicly mocked Trudeau, undermining his credibility on the international stage. This growing perception of weakened leadership led the minor New Democratic Party to withdraw its support for Trudeau’s government.
The Liberal Party now faces the daunting task of selecting a new leader capable of uniting the party and regaining public trust. Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre called for an immediate election, accusing the government of losing control as Justin Trudeau plans to step down. Canada braces for political uncertainty.
