Justin Trudeau’s resignation as Canada’s Prime Minister has shaken nation’s political landscape sparking intense speculation over his successor.
Among the top contenders are former Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and former Bank of Canada official Mark Carney.
Announcing his decision on Monday outside his official residence in Ottawa Trudeau also confirmed stepping down as leader of the ruling Liberal Party. Move comes after mounting public dissatisfaction over inflation, rising living costs and internal criticism within his party.
In 2024, Canada faced economic challenges, including soaring prices and a federal budget criticized by both the opposition and members of Trudeau’s own party.
Disagreements over the budget and potential U.S. tariffs led to the resignation of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland further fueling calls for Trudeau to step down.
As the Liberal Party prepares to announce its next leader, a controversial statement from newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump has added fuel to political fire.
Trump reiterated his proposal for Canada to become the 51st U.S. state, claiming that many Canadians favor such a move.
Sharing his thoughts on Truth Social, Trump suggested Trudeau resigned to avoid the burden of trade deficits and subsidies.
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Trump’s remarks have sparked widespread debate with many criticizing suggestion as provocative and unrealistic. Canada waits to see who will lead the nation during this critical period of transition.
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