Trudeau to announce he’s stepping down as Liberal leader: sources

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to make a significant announcement at a news conference on Monday, amid mounting pressure from within his own party to step down as Liberal leader.

According to sources who spoke to CBC News on the condition of anonymity, Trudeau will announce his resignation as Liberal leader, but will remain in his position until a successor is chosen. The news conference is scheduled for 10:45 a.m. at Rideau Cottage, as stated in a news release from the Prime Minister’s Office.

The decision comes as a growing number of Liberal Members of Parliament have publicly called on Trudeau to resign, citing concerns about his leadership. Several regional caucuses, including those from Atlantic Canada, Quebec, and Ontario, have also joined the chorus calling for his departure.

Trudeau’s tenure as Prime Minister has been marked by both achievements and controversies, with critics pointing to his handling of various issues such as the SNC-Lavalin scandal and the WE Charity controversy. Despite these challenges, Trudeau has managed to maintain support within the Liberal Party and among Canadian voters.

As the news conference approaches, speculation is rife about who will succeed Trudeau as leader of the Liberal Party. Potential candidates include Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, Infrastructure Minister Catherine McKenna, and Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly.

This announcement marks a significant moment in Canadian politics, as the country awaits the next chapter in its leadership. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.

For more information on this breaking news story, you can contact CBC reporter Catharine Tunney at catharine.tunney@cbc.ca.

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