Canada Political Gamble: Trudeau Intends to Resign
By Robert Loblaw
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his intent to resign after a leadership contest, citing internal battles and a loss of public confidence amid rising concerns over inflation, housing affordability, and government spending. His tenure has been marked by many controversial policies, including a carbon tax, increased immigration, and efforts toward Indigenous reconciliation. While these initiatives garnered international praise, they also faced significant domestic criticism, particularly in the wake of his government’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, the lockdowns, and the 2022 trucker convoy protests. The freezing of protesters’ bank accounts, in particular, has sparked outrage and further fueled discontent among many Canadians.
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