The political landscape in Canada is heating up as a group of lawmakers within the ruling Liberal Party are demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. This pressure campaign, reported by Bloomberg and CBC News, stems from recent electoral setbacks for the Liberal Party, including by-election losses in Montreal and Toronto.
The discontent within the Liberal Party has manifested in secretive meetings and a document signed by at least 20 dissatisfied MPs, calling for a change in leadership. This document is not a traditional letter demanding Trudeau’s resignation, but rather a pledge to secure a commitment from MPs to push for his departure.
The number of dissenting MPs may not be enough to reach a critical mass to force Trudeau out, as the Liberal Party holds 153 seats in the House of Commons. However, the growing pressure from within the party is a significant development and a clear indication of the dissatisfaction with Trudeau’s leadership.
Meanwhile, Trade Minister Mary Ng, traveling with Trudeau, expressed disappointment with the MPs’ plan and stated her full confidence in the Prime Minister.
Trudeau has faced a series of challenges in recent months, including the collapse of a parliamentary pact that kept him in power and a failed attempt by the opposition Conservative Party to force an election. Additionally, strained relations with India after allegations of Indian involvement in the killing of a Khalistani terrorist in Canada have further complicated the political landscape.
The coming weeks will be crucial in determining the fate of Prime Minister Trudeau and the Liberal Party, as the pressure for his resignation continues to mount.
