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Justin Trudeau Steps Down Amid Canada-US Tensions: A Legacy of Resilience
PM Justin Trudeau steps down as Canada faces rising tensions with the US. Experts say his strong response to Trump’s threats will define his legacy.
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by News Desk
2025-03-14
Justin Trudeau Steps Down Amid Canada-US Tensions: A Legacy of Resilience

After nearly a decade in office, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to formally resign, marking the end of an era of political and economic challenges for Canada. His departure comes amid a turbulent period, with the country facing heightened tensions with the United States under President Donald Trump, including tariff threats and unprecedented rhetoric about annexation.

Trudeau’s decision to step down follows months of mounting pressure from within his Liberal Party, as well as declining public approval due to economic struggles and a worsening housing crisis. However, in his final weeks in office, Trudeau has been widely praised for his firm stance against Trump’s aggressive policies, positioning himself as a unifying leader in the face of external pressure.

Political analysts suggest that Trudeau’s handling of the crisis has reinvigorated the Liberal Party, which is now in a stronger position ahead of the next federal election. His successor, Mark Carney, will inherit both the challenges and opportunities of navigating Canada’s future relationship with the US.

As Trudeau exits the political stage, his final legacy may be defined not by the domestic issues that plagued his tenure but by his leadership in defending Canada’s sovereignty and economic interests in the face of adversity.
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