Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Monday made a sudden announcement about his resignation, declaring his intention to step down once a new leader for the Liberal Party is selected. Addressing reporters in Ottawa, the 53-year-old leader stated, “I intend to resign as party leader, as prime minister, after the party selects its new leader.”
Trudeau’s announcement comes at a time when Canada faces multiple crises, including tariff threats from the incoming Trump administration and a series of internal political challenges. The resignation of key allies and unfavorable opinion polls have further eroded support for Trudeau, who has led the Liberal Party for 11 years and served as prime minister for nine.
“His vision for this country is not the right one for Canadians,” Trudeau remarked, taking aim at opposition leader Pierre Poilievre. “Stopping the fight against climate change doesn’t make sense. We need an ambitious, optimistic view of the future. And Pierre Poilievre is not offering that,” he added.
Following the news, the Canadian Parliament decided to remain suspended until 24 March 24 to select a new leader to guide the party through an impending general election. Potential successors include former Bank of England and Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney, Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly, and former Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland.
Freeland, who resigned abruptly last year, offered a measured response, thanking Trudeau for his years of service. “I thank Justin Trudeau for his years of service to Canada and Canadians. I wish him and his family the very best,” she wrote on social media.
Meanwhile, Pierre Poilievre seized the opportunity to advance his agenda, emphasizing themes of economic control and national security. “Canadians can take back control of their lives and their country,” he proclaimed in a video post. “We’ll cap spending, axe taxes, reward work, build homes, uphold family, stop crime, secure borders, rearm our forces, restore our freedom, and put Canada first,” he added.
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump took to social media to comment on Trudeau’s resignation, suggesting a merger between Canada and the U.S. “Many people in Canada LOVE being the 51st State,” Trump said, outlining a vision for closer ties between the two nations.
Trudeau, reflecting on his tenure, admitted to one major regret—failing to reform Canada’s election process. “I do wish we’d been able to change the way we elect our governments in this country so that people could simply choose a second choice, or a third choice on the same ballot,” he said.
As Canada prepares for a leadership transition, the political landscape remains uncertain, with the Liberal Party hoping to regain momentum and address the pressing challenges ahead.
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