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Justin Trudeau Announces Plan to Resign as Canada’s Prime Minister

Yusuf Abubakar
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Published: January 6, 2025
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Justin Trudeau has announced his intention to resign as Canada’s prime minister and leader of the Liberal Party, confirming widespread speculation about his political future.

Trudeau made the announcement on Monday evening, stating that he would step down after the Liberal Party selects a new leader through what he described as a “robust, nationwide, competitive process.”

“Last night I asked the president of the Liberal Party to begin that process,” Trudeau said.

“This country deserves a real choice in the next election, and it has become clear to me that if I’m having to fight internal battles, I cannot be the best option in that election.”

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The decision comes amid mounting pressure from within the party for Trudeau to step aside, particularly after the abrupt resignation of Chrystia Freeland, the deputy prime minister and finance minister, last month.

Freeland’s exit exposed deep divisions within the Liberal Party over fiscal policies and strategies, particularly in light of anticipated U.S. tariffs under Donald Trump’s administration.

Trudeau, who came to power in 2015 on a platform of progressive change, has faced declining popularity in recent months. His leadership, once hailed for championing progressive issues, has been overshadowed by rising living costs, housing affordability crises, and high immigration rates.

Polls have shown increasing disillusionment among Canadians, eroding Trudeau’s support both within his party and among the electorate.

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Acknowledging these challenges, Trudeau said ongoing internal disputes have made him an unsuitable candidate for the upcoming elections, which must be held by October.

“The Liberal Party of Canada is an important institution in the history of our great country and democracy. A new prime minister and leader of the Liberal Party will carry its values and ideals into that next election,” he said.

Trudeau expressed optimism about the future of the party and said he was “excited” to see the leadership selection process unfold.

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