Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reportedly preparing to step down as leader of the Liberal Party, with an announcement anticipated as early as Monday, according to three sources.
The Globe and Mail reported Sunday that while the exact timing of Trudeau’s resignation remains uncertain, sources believe it will occur before a key national caucus meeting scheduled for Wednesday.
The sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity due to their lack of authorization to discuss internal party matters, noted Trudeau’s desire to avoid the appearance of being ousted by his own Members of Parliament (MPs).
One source who recently spoke with the Prime Minister stated, “Trudeau realizes he needs to make an announcement before he meets the Liberal caucus so it doesn’t look like he was forced out by his own MPs.”
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The resignation rumors come amidst mounting internal pressure and dismal public opinion polls. These polls suggest the Liberal Party faces the prospect of a significant defeat to Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives in the next federal election.
It remains unclear whether Trudeau will