Trudeau Resigns Amid Political Challenges and Scandals

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party, citing internal pressures and the need for a competitive leadership process to offer a real choice in the next election. This decision follows US President-elect Donald Trump's threats of imposing 25% tariffs on Canadian imports and comments about Canada being the '51st state.' Jagmeet Singh, leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP) and former ally, criticized Trudeau's tenure, highlighting issues like housing, healthcare, and corporate greed, while urging Canadians to support the NDP. Trump's remarks about Canada merging with the US have been met with skepticism, although they add pressure to Trudeau's already challenging situation. Trudeau will remain in office until a new Liberal leader is chosen, but the party faces increasing challenges, with the opposition Conservative Party gaining traction. Meanwhile, the resignation also comes amid domestic dissatisfaction with economic policies and the handling of COVID-19, contributing to voter fatigue.