Justin Trudeau Could Resign Amid Leadership Crisis

Justin Trudeau, Canada’s Prime Minister and leader of the Liberal Party, may announce his resignation as early as Monday, according to reports from The Globe and Mail and The Toronto Star. Sources suggest Trudeau, 53, intends to step down before an emergency party meeting on Wednesday, aiming to avoid the appearance of being ousted by his MPs.

Trudeau’s support within the party has waned, fueled by record inflation, a housing crisis, high food prices, and dwindling voter confidence. Recent polls show the Liberals at just 16% support, facing potential defeat in the upcoming federal election.

The situation worsened with the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, who questioned Trudeau’s ability to handle Donald Trump’s economic policies. Freeland’s departure and subsequent criticism intensified the crisis, leading the New Democratic Party to withdraw its support.

Trudeau’s leadership, once hailed for its progressive stance, is now under siege, with Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre calling for immediate elections, claiming the government is “spiraling out of control.” The future leadership of the Liberal Party and Trudeau’s role until a new leader is chosen remain uncertain.