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Trudeau Resigns, Sparks Fierce Liberal Leadership Battle

3/9/2025

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In a stunning political shift, Justin Trudeau revealed his resignation as Canada's prime minister in January 2025, igniting a fierce Liberal leadership race. Former central banker Mark Carney emerges as a frontrunner. With the Liberal Party gaining momentum amid U.S. tariffs under President Trump, a federal election could be on the horizon as early as April.

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In a stunning political shift, Justin Trudeau revealed his resignation as Canada's prime minister in January 2025, igniting a fierce Liberal leadership race. Former central banker Mark Carney emerges as a frontrunner. With the Liberal Party gaining momentum amid U.S. tariffs under President Trump, a federal election could be on the horizon as early as April.