6th January 2025 – (Ottawa) Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is anticipated to announce his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party as early as Monday, according to a report from The Globe and Mail, which cites information from three anonymous sources. This announcement comes amid mounting pressure from party members for him to step down, a situation that has been exacerbated since Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland’s resignation on 16th December, due to policy disagreements with Trudeau.
The Liberal caucus is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, and Trudeau’s resignation would initiate a leadership contest, with the winner poised to become the next prime minister. While the exact timing of Trudeau’s announcement remains uncertain, sources suggest it is likely to occur before the pivotal caucus meeting.
There is also ambiguity regarding whether Trudeau will resign immediately or continue in his role until a successor is appointed. Trudeau has led the Liberal Party since 2013, a time when the party faced significant challenges, including a historic drop to third place in the House of Commons.
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