The rise and fall of Justin Trudeau as Canadian prime minister is on the brink
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The rise and fall of Justin Trudeau as Canadian prime minister is on the brink

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy After nearly 10 years at the country’s helm, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing growing calls from his own party to resign. Mr Trudeau’s latest crisis has been sparked by the sudden resignation of his finance minister Chrystia Freeland, amid a row over how best to handle US President-elect Donald Trump’s threatened trade tariffs. Minority government and COVID open image in gallery The prime minister’s handling of the pandemic was also criticised by some Mr Trudeau led the Liberal Party to a narrow election win in 2019, pushing his administration into minority government. On Monday, Canada’s deputy prime minister and minister of finance Chrystia Freeland resigned over the issue just hours before she was set to release the country’s latest economic plan, questioning Mr Trudeau’s ability to deal with the incoming Trump administration.

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Canada’s Trudeau reshuffles his Cabinet as resignation calls mount and new election threat looms
3 days, 3 hours ago

Canada’s Trudeau reshuffles his Cabinet as resignation calls mount and new election threat looms

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s chances of staying on in power have become more tenuous after the opposition party that backed his government for years announced it will vote no confidence in the government when Parliament resumes. “In exactly one month the new president will inaugurated and we are preparing Canada to face that,” Trudeau said in his …

Canada's Trudeau to shuffle his Cabinet today amid resignation calls and rising discontent: Report
3 days, 18 hours ago

Canada's Trudeau to shuffle his Cabinet today amid resignation calls and rising discontent: Report

India TV News  

Toronto: Embattled Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will shuffle his Cabinet Friday, a senior official familiar with the matter told news agency Associated Press on Thursday. A rising number of Liberal lawmakers are calling on Trudeau to resign but new Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc said on Thursday Trudeau has “full support of his Cabinet." “He listened, in some cases responded …

Canada’s Trudeau reshuffles cabinet amid persistent pressure to resign
3 days, 18 hours ago

Canada’s Trudeau reshuffles cabinet amid persistent pressure to resign

Al Jazeera  

Shake-up comes as prime minister is mulling his future as Liberal Party leader after top minister’s resignation. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has reshuffled his cabinet, just days after his top deputy resigned in a move that sent shockwaves across the country and renewed calls for Trudeau to step down as head of the Liberal Party. The shake-up comes after …

Canada’s Justin Trudeau will shuffle his Cabinet as he faces calls to resign and rising discontent
3 days, 23 hours ago

Canada’s Justin Trudeau will shuffle his Cabinet as he faces calls to resign and rising discontent

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Embattled Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will shuffle his Cabinet Friday. A rising number of Liberal lawmakers are calling on Trudeau to resign but new Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc said Thursday Trudeau has the “full support of his Cabinet.” LeBlanc said he respects the views of Liberal lawmakers who want Trudeau to resign. As rising numbers of Liberal …

Canada's Prime Minister Trudeau faces calls to resign. What could happen next | READ
5 days, 18 hours ago

Canada's Prime Minister Trudeau faces calls to resign. What could happen next | READ

India TV News  

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faces growing pressure to resign from his own Liberal Party after his top minister abruptly quit and criticized his handling of the budget. If his party were to survive a vote in Parliament, which seems increasingly unlikely, Trudeau could choose to stay on as prime minister until there is an election. Opposition parties could vote …

What options does Trudeau have as Canadian PM faces calls to resign?
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5 days, 18 hours ago

What options does Trudeau have as Canadian PM faces calls to resign?

Al Jazeera  

After top minister’s resignation this week, Justin Trudeau is under pressure to step down before a looming election. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faces growing pressure to step down as leader of his Liberal Party after the shock resignation of one of his longtime political allies earlier this week. The decision came amid months of questions over Trudeau’s leadership, as …

How Trump’s tariff threats may help unseat Canada’s Justin Trudeau
5 days, 18 hours ago

How Trump’s tariff threats may help unseat Canada’s Justin Trudeau

LA Times  

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, once a political star, is deeply unpopular at home and fighting for his job amid growing calls that he step down. Former U.S. President Barack Obama and Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau walk together in Ottawa in 2016. Conservatives and even members of his own Liberal Party insist he isn’t doing enough to counter Trump, …

Justin Trudeau ‘considering resignation’ after shock clash with finance minister
6 days, 10 hours ago

Justin Trudeau ‘considering resignation’ after shock clash with finance minister

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Canadian prime minister Justin …

Canada political crisis: Ruling party MPs demand PM Trudeau’s resignation
Top News
6 days, 12 hours ago

Canada political crisis: Ruling party MPs demand PM Trudeau’s resignation

Hindustan Times  

Toronto: Hours after the shock resignation of his second-in-command, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was barely clinging on to power even as over a third of the ruling Liberal Party’s MPs called for a change in leadership. Anthony Housefather, MP from Quebec, told the network CTV, “Incumbents have a certain shelf life in a social media age, I believe the …

Why has Canada Deputy PM resigned? Will Justin Trudeau be forced to step down?
Top News
6 days, 12 hours ago

Why has Canada Deputy PM resigned? Will Justin Trudeau be forced to step down?

Firstpost  

Chrystia Freeland’s resignation as Canada’s deputy prime minister and finance minister has caught Ottawa by surprise. Her exit comes amid growing tensions with PM Justin Trudeau, who is now facing calls to step aside Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister has resigned, amid increasing tensions with Justin Trudeau. Canada’s finance minister resigns Chrystia Freeland’s resignation as deputy prime minister and minister of …

Canada's Finance Minister Resigns As Unpopular Trudeau Faces Biggest Test Of His Political Career
6 days, 13 hours ago

Canada's Finance Minister Resigns As Unpopular Trudeau Faces Biggest Test Of His Political Career

Huff Post  

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks to donors during the Laurier Club Holiday Party at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Quebec, on December 16, 2024. DAVE CHAN via Getty Images TORONTO — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced the biggest test of his political career after Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, long one of his most powerful and loyal …

Justin Trudeau is facing a political crisis made worse by Donald Trump. Can he survive as Canada’s leader?
6 days, 18 hours ago

Justin Trudeau is facing a political crisis made worse by Donald Trump. Can he survive as Canada’s leader?

CNN  

CNN — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau soared to victory in 2015 on the promise of change and “sunny ways” for the country. Justin Trudeau, a former high school teacher and the eldest son of Pierre Trudeau, one of Canada’s most well-known prime ministers, was elected in 2015 with a decisive parliamentary majority for his Liberal party. Her resignation, from …

Will Trudeau survive mounting pressure to resign following Finance Minister’s ouster? EXPLAINED
6 days, 18 hours ago

Will Trudeau survive mounting pressure to resign following Finance Minister’s ouster? EXPLAINED

India TV News  

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced the biggest test of his political career after Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, long one of his most powerful and loyal ministers, resigned from the Cabinet on Monday. Dominic LeBlanc: New Canada Finance Minister Trudeau swiftly named longtime ally and close friend Dominic LeBlanc, the pubic safety minister who recently joined him at dinner with …

Justin Trudeau is facing a political crisis made worse by Donald Trump. Can he survive as Canada’s leader?
6 days, 18 hours ago

Justin Trudeau is facing a political crisis made worse by Donald Trump. Can he survive as Canada’s leader?

CNN  

CNN — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau soared to victory in 2015 on the promise of change and “sunny ways” for the country. Justin Trudeau, a former high school teacher and the eldest son of Pierre Trudeau, one of Canada’s most well-known prime ministers, was elected in 2015 with a decisive parliamentary majority for his Liberal party. Her resignation, from …

Canada’s finance minister resigns as unpopular Trudeau faces biggest test of his political career
1 week ago

Canada’s finance minister resigns as unpopular Trudeau faces biggest test of his political career

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced the biggest test of his political career after Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, long one of his most powerful and loyal ministers, resigned from the Cabinet on Monday. “The Great State of Canada is stunned as the Finance Minister resigns, or was fired, from her position by Governor Justin Trudeau,” Trump posted on …

Trudeau Maintains Leadership Despite Caucus Dissent
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Trudeau Maintains Leadership Despite Caucus Dissent

Hindustan Times  

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has reaffirmed his intention to lead the Liberal Party in the upcoming Federal elections. Despite facing an internal revolt from MPs in his own caucus, Trudeau addressed the issue head-on and declared that he will continue to lead the party into the next election.

Trudeau's Four-Term Bid: A Political Showdown
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Trudeau's Four-Term Bid: A Political Showdown

Hindustan Times  

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced that he will be leading the Liberal Party into the next election despite calls from some party members to step down. Trudeau held a three-hour-long meeting with his party members, where he addressed the request but ultimately decided to remain as the leader of the party.

Dissenting Liberal MPs Demand Trudeau's Resignation
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Dissenting Liberal MPs Demand Trudeau's Resignation

ABP News  

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau is facing growing internal dissent within his Liberal party, with some dissident Liberal MPs giving him an ultimatum until October 28 to decide on his future. The meeting took place during weekly caucus meetings and served as a platform for MPs to deliver their grievances to Trudeau in person.

Canada crisis: Why Jagmeet Singh's NDP stopped being Trudeau's BFF
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Canada crisis: Why Jagmeet Singh's NDP stopped being Trudeau's BFF

India Today  

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau received a jolt on Thursday as the New Democratic Party withdrew its support from his minority government. The NDP's withdrawal of support doesn't mean an immediate election, but raises the question as to why Jagmeet Singh actually ditched Trudeau. WHY TRUDEAU, LIBERALS HAVE BECOME UNPOPULAR Though that wouldn't have mattered to Trudeau's Liberal Party, an …

Canada PM Justin Trudeau’s Liberals shocked as Conservative Don Stewart wins in Toronto-St. Paul after 30 years
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Canada PM Justin Trudeau’s Liberals shocked as Conservative Don Stewart wins in Toronto-St. Paul after 30 years

Live Mint  

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party faced a stunning defeat in the by-elections in its longstanding Toronto-St. Paul constituency stronghold on Tuesday, CBC News reported. The Liberal Party's weak performance in such a stronghold may lead to introspection for Trudeau, who has seen his popularity decline amidst inflation, rising living costs, high housing prices, and increasing immigration levels, which …

Canada’s Liberals suffer major upset in Toronto special election, raising doubts about Trudeau
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Canada’s Liberals suffer major upset in Toronto special election, raising doubts about Trudeau

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal party has suffered a major upset in a special election for a Toronto district it has held for three decades, raising doubts about Trudeau’s leadership ahead of next year’s general election. Opposition Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre demanded that the prime minister call a snap election after what he described as a “shocking …

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau loses popularity, is viewed as worst prime minister in 50 years
1 year, 3 months ago

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau loses popularity, is viewed as worst prime minister in 50 years

Op India  

Justin Trudeau, the Prime Minister of Canada, is losing his popularity amid the ongoing tensions between India and Canada. According to a recent Ipsos poll, 40% of Canadians want Conservative opposition leader Pierre Poilievre to be Canada’s Prime Minister, while 30% prefer Justin Trudeau. This puts them clearly ahead of current Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal Party, which would receive …

Walk away, Justin Trudeau. Canada’s love affair with you is over
1 year, 3 months ago

Walk away, Justin Trudeau. Canada’s love affair with you is over

Al Jazeera  

From climate change to foreign affairs, Trudeau has betrayed promises. Instead, worry – which, I suspect, has tipped lately into fear – among Liberal members of parliament has triggered leaks bemoaning the prime minister’s surprising listlessness in the face of Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s typically rabid rhetorical onslaught aimed not only at questioning Trudeau’s empathy for “struggling” Canadians but, shamefully, …

Canada’s Trudeau rebuffs idea of stepping down in face of slumping support
1 year, 3 months ago

Canada’s Trudeau rebuffs idea of stepping down in face of slumping support

Al Jazeera  

Canadian prime minister says he has ‘work to do’ amid recent polls showing rising public disapproval of his leadership. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has rebuffed the idea of stepping down amid slumping poll numbers and the rise of the country’s opposition Conservatives. Several Liberal parliament members told the public broadcaster CBC News — on condition of anonymity — that …

Trudeau reaches deal to keep his party in power till 2025
2 years, 9 months ago

Trudeau reaches deal to keep his party in power till 2025

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Tuesday his Liberal Party has reached an agreement with the leftist opposition New Democratic Party that would keep his party in power until 2025. “This is nothing more than a Justin Trudeau power grab,” interim Conservative Party leader Candice Bergen said. “However, his father Pierre Trudeau, the third longest serving Prime Minister on …

Tentative deal to keep Canada’s Liberals in power until 2025
2 years, 9 months ago

Tentative deal to keep Canada’s Liberals in power until 2025

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal party and the opposition New Democratic Party have reached a tentative agreement that would see Trudeau’s Liberals keep power until 2025, a senior government official said Monday night. The leftist NDP party will support Trudeau’s Liberals in exchange for deals on pharmaceutical and dental care plans but it will not have a lawmaker …

Trudeau’s party strikes deal to stay in power in Canada until 2025
2 years, 9 months ago

Trudeau’s party strikes deal to stay in power in Canada until 2025

LA Times  

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday said his Liberal Party has reached an agreement with the opposition New Democratic Party that would keep the Liberals in power until 2025. “This is nothing more than a Justin Trudeau power grab,” interim Conservative Party leader Candice Bergen said. Daniel Béland, a politics professor at McGill University in Montreal, said the agreement …

As Canada protests persist, so do challenges for Trudeau
2 years, 10 months ago

As Canada protests persist, so do challenges for Trudeau

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Canada has endured bitter divisions in the past, but the current wave of disruptive protests over COVID-19 restrictions is unprecedented in the extent it has undermined public trust in government leadership, starting at the top with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. While the pronouncement may halt a sharp recent drop in Trudeau’s approval ratings, he may not recover his …

Canada’s Justin Trudeau unveils new cabinet
3 years, 1 month ago

Canada’s Justin Trudeau unveils new cabinet

Al Jazeera  

Former Greenpeace staffer Steven Guilbeault will take over as environment minister and a new defence minister was named. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has unveiled his third cabinet since first winning office in 2015, replacing the defence minister and environment minister as his Liberal government looks to emerge from the coronavirus pandemic, improve its environmental record and fend off political …

Justin Trudeau: Canadians have chosen 'progressive plan'
3 years, 3 months ago

Justin Trudeau: Canadians have chosen 'progressive plan'

India TV News  

Canadians gave Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party a victory in Monday's parliamentary elections, but his gamble to win a majority of seats failed and nearly mirrored the result of two years ago. The 49-year-old Trudeau channeled the star power of his father, the Liberal icon and late Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, when he first won election in 2015 and …

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau Remains In Power, But Falls Short Of Winning Majority
3 years, 3 months ago

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau Remains In Power, But Falls Short Of Winning Majority

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING TORONTO — Canadians gave Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal Party a victory in Monday’s parliamentary elections, but his gamble to win a majority of seats failed and nearly mirrored the result of two years ago. Trudeau and the Liberals saved their skin and will stay in power, but many Canadians who didn’t want this late summer, pandemic …

Canadians re-elect Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party
3 years, 3 months ago

Canadians re-elect Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party

India Today  

Canadians gave Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party a victory in Monday's parliamentary elections, but it was unclear whether his gamble to win a majority of seats paid off. Canada is now among the most fully vaccinated countries in the world and Trudeau's government spent hundreds of billions of dollars to prop up the economy amid lockdowns and he argued …

Trudeau criticized at debate for calling Canadian election
3 years, 3 months ago

Trudeau criticized at debate for calling Canadian election

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The leaders of Canada’s opposition parties criticized Prime Minister Justin Trudeau …

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