Mon Jan 06 23:30:18 IST 2025: ## Trudeau Announces Resignation as Canadian Prime Minister

**Ottawa, Canada** – Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation Monday, triggering a leadership race within the Liberal Party. Trudeau, who has served nine years in office, will remain in his position until the party selects a new leader. This decision comes amidst declining poll numbers and internal party pressures.

“I intend to resign as party leader and prime minister,” Trudeau stated in a press conference, citing the need for a “robust, nationwide competitive process” to select his successor. He acknowledged internal divisions within the Liberal Party, stating that these conflicts hinder his ability to effectively lead the country into the upcoming federal election, expected by late October.

Trudeau’s announcement follows months of parliamentary deadlock, which he attributed to these internal battles. He has prorogued Parliament until March 24th to address this issue. The move comes as recent polls suggest a significant lead for the Conservative Party in the upcoming election.

Trudeau’s nine-year tenure, initially marked by a return to liberal policies after a decade of Conservative rule, has seen a decline in public approval in recent years. Rising costs of living, particularly in housing and food, and concerns over immigration have contributed to this shift in public opinion. The upcoming election will now be a contest to determine Canada’s next leader, with the Liberal Party facing an uphill battle against the surging Conservatives.

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