Islamabad, Jan 6: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reportedly considering resignation, with sources inside his Liberal Party expecting him to step down ahead of the national caucus on Wednesday. Media outlets, including The Globe and Mail and The Toronto Star, have stated that Trudeau may announce his decision within the next 24 hours. However, his office has declined to comment on these reports.
If confirmed, Trudeau’s departure would leave his party leaderless just months before the upcoming national elections, scheduled by the end of October. It is uncertain whether he would remain in an interim capacity or vacate the leadership role immediately.
Trudeau’s political career has faced increasing challenges recently, as his popularity has dwindled. His government narrowly survived multiple no-confidence votes, and critics within the party have called for his resignation.
This pressure has been exacerbated by tensions with incoming U.S. President Donald Trump, who has threatened tariffs on Canadian goods and criticized Trudeau on social media. These factors have compounded the internal dissent within his own ranks, highlighted by the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland in December over differences in handling the trade dispute with Trump.
To address these issues, Trudeau enacted a significant cabinet reshuffle, replacing a third of his ministers in an effort to stabilize his government. Despite these efforts, public opinion polls show that Trudeau now trails Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre by 20 points, marking a stark shift in the political landscape.
Trudeau, the son of former Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, has been a dominant figure in Canadian politics since his 2015 victory. Under his leadership, Canada introduced a new trade deal with the U.S., passed progressive social policies, and legalized cannabis. However, his leadership is now under intense scrutiny as he grapples with both internal party unrest and external political challenges.
