Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Has Announced He Is Resigning After Nine Years
"It has become clear to me that if I am having to fight internal battles, I cannot be the best option in the next election," Trudeau said.

After staying in power for nine years, Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau has announced his plan to resign.
53-year-old Trudeau started his political journey in 2008 when he was elected as an MP. Five years later, he became the leader of the Liberal Party.
In 2015, the Liberal Party won the election under Trudeau's leadership and he became prime minister for the first time.
Many called him a progressive leader as he promised “sunny ways” and supported causes like climate action and gender equality, making him one of the most popular global leaders.
However, his popularity declined over the years due to several political controversies, including accusations of racism, criticism over how he handled issues like the rising cost of living and growing discontent within his own party.
His approval ratings also fell sharply, with the latest polls showing the Liberal Party trailing behind Conservatives by more than 20 points.
While speaking at a news conference in Ottawa on Monday, Jan. 6, Trudeau said he plans to step down as leader of the Liberal Party and prime minister once his party selects a new leader.
“Every bone in my body has told me to fight,” he said, but added that Canada “deserves a real choice in the next election."
"It has become clear to me that if I am having to fight internal battles, I cannot be the best option in the next election," he said.
He announced that Canada’s parliament will be suspended until March 24 while the Liberal Party chooses its new leader.
The leaders of the Liberal Party will now meet to discuss how they will choose a new leader to replace Trudeau, but it needs to be decided before the next election, which is set to take place on Oct. 20, 2025, according to CNN.
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