Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party as early as Monday, according to a report from *The Globe and Mail*, which cites three anonymous sources. While the exact timing of the announcement remains uncertain, it is anticipated to occur before a key national caucus meeting scheduled for Wednesday.
Trudeau's office has not responded to requests for comment. It is unclear whether he will step down immediately or remain in office until a successor is chosen. Since taking over as Liberal leader in 2013, Trudeau has faced increasing pressure, particularly following the resignation of former Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland in December, which has intensified calls for his departure.
If Trudeau resigns, the party would be left without a permanent leader at a critical juncture, with polls indicating a significant potential loss to the Conservatives in the upcoming election, which must occur by late October. His resignation could accelerate demands for a swift leadership election to establish a government capable of addressing challenges posed by the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump.
Trudeau has reportedly discussed with Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc the possibility of LeBlanc serving as interim leader and prime minister; however, this arrangement might not be feasible if LeBlanc intends to run for the leadership himself. As Trudeau prepares for this potential transition, he faces a party grappling with declining support and internal dissent.