Trudeau’s days as prime minister numbered: resignation imminent

DDM News

In a shocking turn of events, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the leader of the Liberal Party, is expected to announce his resignation within the next few days.

According to sources close to the situation, Trudeau, 53, might step down before a key Liberal caucus meeting scheduled for Wednesday.

This news, reported by the Globe and Mail, has sent waves of speculation across political circles in Canada.

The exact timing of the resignation remains unclear, but it could happen as early as Monday, according to sources familiar with the matter.

The information has also been corroborated by Diaspora Digital Media (DDM), a digital outlet that has been tracking the ongoing political developments.

DDM’s sources indicate that mounting pressure on Trudeau to step down has reached a boiling point.

A combination of growing dissatisfaction within the Liberal Party and increasing external political challenges has put the prime minister in a precarious position.

As part of their investigative efforts, DDM gathered the information through a network of anonymous sources inside the Liberal Party and the Canadian political landscape.

Their findings suggest that Trudeau’s resignation is a near certainty, despite the prime minister’s refusal to publicly acknowledge the growing calls for him to step down.

This anticipated resignation comes amid a series of difficulties for Trudeau’s government.

The prime minister has faced increasing pressure over his handling of Canada’s economic issues and foreign relations, particularly with the United States.

The relationship with the incoming Trump administration, which took office after the 2024 U.S. presidential election, has become a significant point of contention.

Trump, known for his blunt rhetoric, has repeatedly targeted Trudeau, even going so far as to suggest that Canada should consider becoming the 51st U.S. state.

The looming threat of 25% tariffs on all Canadian goods, as promised by Trump during his election campaign, has added to the pressure on Trudeau’s leadership.

Adding fuel to the fire, Trudeau’s government experienced a major blow last month when his finance minister, Chrystia Freeland, resigned.

Freeland’s departure highlighted a growing divide between the two over their vision for Canada’s economic future, further eroding confidence in Trudeau’s ability to lead.

One source close to the situation revealed to the Globe and Mail that Trudeau is fully aware that he needs to announce his resignation before the Liberal caucus meets on Wednesday.

If he were to wait until the meeting, it would appear as though he was being pushed out by his own party members, a scenario Trudeau likely wants to avoid at all costs.

While the timing of his resignation is still in flux, there is speculation about whether Trudeau will remain in office until a new leader is chosen or step down immediately.

Another source emphasized that Trudeau’s decision to resign would stem from the belief that his own party no longer supports him, rather than any doubt about his ability to continue doing the job.

This sentiment underscores the deepening crisis within the Liberal Party, where many now believe that a change in leadership is necessary to prevent a devastating electoral defeat.

Polling data suggests that the Liberal Party is in serious danger of losing power to the Conservative Party, led by Pierre Poilievre.

The next federal election must be held by late October, and current public opinion trends favor the Conservatives.

This growing expectation of a Liberal defeat has only intensified the calls for Trudeau to step aside, with critics arguing that the prime minister’s leadership is no longer tenable.

Trudeau’s leadership has been under scrutiny for some time, particularly after his handling of various crises, including the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing tensions with global trade partners.

Despite initial optimism surrounding his leadership when he first took office nearly a decade ago, his approval ratings have plummeted in recent years.

The resignation of key figures within his cabinet, including Freeland, has further underscored the internal turmoil within the Liberal Party.

The decision to resign, while still unconfirmed, marks a critical moment for Trudeau.

His resignation would not only signify the end of an era in Canadian politics but also raise questions about the future direction of the Liberal Party.

With an election on the horizon, the party faces the challenge of finding a leader who can unite its fractured ranks.

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