Justin Trudeau Steps Down: Canadian Prime Minister Resigns Amid Party Infighting and Plummeting Popularity

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as party leader and prime minister after nearly a decade in office. This decision comes amid mounting pressure from within his own party and declining popularity among Canadians, who blame him for the rising cost of living and other issues.¹

Trudeau, 53, has been prime minister since 2015 and has won re-election twice. However, his popularity has been dwindling over the past two years, and recent polls suggest that the Liberal Party will lose badly to the Conservatives in the next election.²

In his resignation speech, Trudeau cited “internal battles” as the reason for his departure, stating that he cannot be the best option for the party in the next election. He will remain in office until a new party leader is selected through a nationwide competitive process.