Ottawa, January 6
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (53) announced on Monday that he intends to step down as leader of the ruling Liberal Party, but will remain in the post until the party elects a replacement. Trudeau made this comment during a direct address.
It is clear that there have been speculations about Trudeau’s resignation for the past several days. Trudeau was under constant pressure to resign due to rifts within the Liberal Party and declining popularity. Trudeau made it clear that he cannot be a suitable replacement for the leadership of the party in the upcoming elections. Trudeau became the Prime Minister of Canada in November 2015 and won two elections after that. agency