Ottawa, Jan 06 (V7N) — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reportedly considering resigning from his position, according to The Globe and Mail. While there has been no official confirmation, speculation is mounting that Trudeau may announce his resignation ahead of the Liberal Party's national conference on Wednesday, January 8.

The Prime Minister's Office has not provided any comments on the matter, and it remains unclear whether Trudeau will stay on as prime minister until a new leader is selected.

If Trudeau steps down, the Liberal Party would face a leadership vacuum at a critical time, as polls indicate the party is likely to face significant losses to the Conservatives in the upcoming federal election scheduled for October.

Trudeau has led the Liberal Party since 2013, a time when the party had fallen to third place in the House of Commons. He became prime minister in 2015, bringing the Liberals back to prominence. However, after nearly a decade in power, Trudeau’s leadership has faced mounting challenges, including economic pressures and political dissent.

Reports suggest Trudeau has consulted Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc about taking on the role of interim leader and prime minister should he step down. The party has not yet confirmed any succession plans.

The resignation of Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland in December dealt a significant blow to Trudeau's administration. Freeland, once considered a close ally, resigned over reported policy disagreements, further fuelling speculation about internal discord within the Liberal Party.

As Trudeau navigates this political storm, his potential resignation would mark the end of a significant chapter in Canadian politics, leaving the country and his party in a state of uncertainty.

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