OTTAWA, Jan 5 (GH Educate) – Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce his resignation soon, according to a source familiar with the situation. The source told Reuters, a popular news portal on Sunday that while Trudeau has not made a final decision, he is increasingly likely to step down. This follows reports from The Globe and Mail, which stated that Trudeau could announce his departure as early as Monday.
The resignation would come at a time when the Liberal Party faces a significant challenge in upcoming elections, with polls showing the Liberals set to lose to the Conservative Party. The timing of Trudeau’s resignation remains uncertain, but it is expected to occur before an emergency meeting of Liberal lawmakers on Wednesday.
Over the past few months, Trudeau has faced mounting pressure from within his party. More Liberal parliamentarians are calling for his resignation, driven by negative polling and discontent within the party. The Prime Minister has previously been able to stave off these demands, but recent events, including the resignation of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, have added to the political turmoil.
Trudeau’s leadership, which began in 2013 when he revived a struggling Liberal Party, has been marked by a mix of successes and controversies. His promises of progressive policies on climate change and gender equality initially resonated with Canadians, but recent struggles with inflation, housing, and immigration have eroded his support.
Who will become Trudeau’s successor?
If he steps down, Trudeau’s resignation could set the stage for a new leadership contest within the Liberal Party, with interim leadership options like Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc being considered. The timing of the resignation may also lead to calls for an early election to ensure stability, particularly in light of ongoing challenges in Canada’s relationship with the U.S. and other global issues.
The Prime Minister’s office did not comment on the speculation, but Trudeau’s Monday schedule shows he will attend a virtual meeting on Canada-U.S. relations, indicating that his duties as Prime Minister continue for now.
