Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday that he will step down as leader of the ruling Liberal Party after nine years in office, though he will remain in his role until a replacement is chosen by the party.
Facing significant pressure from Liberal lawmakers amid polls predicting a potential defeat in the upcoming election, Trudeau stated at a news conference that Parliament would be suspended until March 24.
This means Trudeau will continue as prime minister until January 20, when U.S. President-elect Donald Trump takes office, with Trump having previously threatened tariffs that could severely impact Canada’s economy.
