Canadian Foreign Minister Joly withdraws from Liberal leadership race to address U.S. tariff threats

Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly has decided not to run for the leadership of the Liberal Party. She cited the need to focus on international challenges, particularly economic pressures and tariff threats from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Joly's announcement comes after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated he would resign as Liberal leader and Prime Minister once a successor is chosen. Trudeau also mentioned that Parliament would be suspended until March 24. Canada is preparing to respond to potential U.S. tariffs with its own list of tariffs on American goods. Officials are targeting products that would send a political message while causing economic impact.