Justin Trudeau Resigns as Canada Prime Minister

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party amid increasing internal pressure and declining support, although he will remain in office until a new leader is elected, with parliament suspended until March 24, 2025. Top contenders for his successor include Transport Minister Anita Anand, former Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, Foreign Minister Melanie Joly, and former central banker Mark Carney, each with significant political experience. Polls suggest that the opposition Conservative Party, led by Pierre Poilievre, is poised to win in the upcoming elections, capitalizing on public dissatisfaction with Trudeau's leadership. Anand, an Oxford-educated politician of Indian descent, has held multiple cabinet positions, including Minister of Defence, and is known for her response to the Ukraine crisis. As the leadership race unfolds, the Liberal Party faces challenges in maintaining its position against a resurgent Conservative Party. The political landscape in Canada is shifting rapidly, with potential implications for the upcoming election cycle.