Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as the leader of the Liberal Party, citing internal challenges and external pressures, including tariff threats and remarks from US President-elect Donald Trump labeling Canada as the “51st state.”
This marks the conclusion of Trudeau’s nine-year leadership, as his Liberal Party struggles to compete with the Conservative Party in polls. Trudeau, 53, will continue as prime minister until a new party leader is chosen through a national, competitive process.
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Speaking from Rideau Cottage on Monday, Trudeau stated, “I will step down as party leader and prime minister once the party selects a new leader. Canada deserves a real choice in the next election, and internal conflicts hinder my ability to lead effectively.”
The announcement follows growing tension within the Liberal Party and Trump’s proposed 25% blanket tariff on Canadian imports. On Monday, Trump took another swipe on Truth Social, claiming, “Many in Canada LOVE being the 51st State.”
