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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation as both Liberal Party leader and Prime Minister, claiming his decision was influenced by political fatigue, internal party strife, and declining public support.
Trudeau’s unpopularity surged due to ongoing economic challenges, including inflation, immigration,, a housing crisis, and controversies surrounding his woke leadership style. His decision came amid calls from within his party for new leadership and pressure from opposition parties, including the Conservatives, who have consistently led in polls.
Trudeau’s resignation triggers a Liberal Party leadership race to select his successor. The new leader will serve as interim Prime Minister until the next federal election, which is this October. This process involves candidates campaigning for support from party members, culminating in a leadership convention to elect the new leader. The interim Prime Minister may also need to address growing calls for an early election as the Conservatives push to capitalize on the Liberals’ disarray.
As for the federal election this coming October, opposition leader Pierre Poilievre of the Conservative Party could challenge for leadership.
Trudeau’s exit marks the end of a very liberal, progressive era for Canadians, as he served for over nine years; years that were marred by diminishing public trust and the erosion of his party’s support. His departure will leave a terse gap in Canadian politics, with the opposition (like Poilievre) eyeing opportunities to gain power in the next election.
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