Justin Trudeau resigns as Canadian Prime Minister triggering leadership election

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation, triggering a leadership election within the Liberal Party. This comes after a decline in support due to economic challenges and internal party conflicts, including the recent resignation of his finance minister. Parliament will be suspended until late March while the party selects a new leader. The new leader will face significant challenges, including a potential vote of no confidence that could lead to an immediate federal election. Trudeau's resignation follows a period of declining popularity for the Liberal Party, which now trails the Conservative Party in polls. The new leader will also have to navigate a tense relationship with the U.S. amid threats of tariffs from President-elect Donald Trump.