Defiant Trudeau Refuses to Step Down Despite Growing Pressure from Liberal MPs
In a bold move, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced today that he will remain as the leader of the Liberal Party, despite a growing internal rebellion. This comes after 24 Liberal MPs signed a letter urging him to step down ahead of the next federal election to avoid a potential defeat, according to recent polls.
At a press conference in Ottawa, Trudeau firmly stated, “We have always had robust discussions within the party, and I will continue to lead.” He emphasized his commitment to preventing Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre from implementing policies that he says will harm Canadians.
Trudeau’s decision follows a tense Liberal caucus meeting where discontent was voiced by MPs concerned about the party’s plunging popularity. The CBC Poll Tracker currently shows the Conservatives with a commanding 19-point lead over the Liberals. Despite this, Trudeau remains resolute, positioning himself as the best candidate to counter Poilievre.
Several MPs, including P.E.I. MP Sean Casey and New Brunswick MP Wayne Long, expressed disappointment with Trudeau’s swift decision to stay on. Both had hoped for a longer reflection period from the prime minister, fearing the party’s downfall in the next election.
While Trudeau’s stance remains firm, internal divisions continue to raise questions about his leadership and the future of the Liberal Party heading into a potential electoral showdow.