The Atlantic Liberal caucus has issued a call for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to resign as party leader due to mounting concerns about the future of the government. This request comes in the form of a letter addressed to Trudeau, which was made public by New Brunswick MP Wayne Long. Long has been vocal since the fall about the need for Trudeau to step down, citing the necessity for new leadership to better position the party against a potential government led by Pierre Poilievre.
Nova Scotia MP Kody Blois, the chair of the Atlantic caucus, authored the letter, arguing that it is untenable for Trudeau to continue leading the party. The letter highlights the instability faced by the country amid tariff threats from U.S. president-elect Donald Trump and looming non-confidence challenges from opposition parties against Trudeau’s government.
Acknowledging Trudeau’s nine-year tenure as prime minister, the letter also warns that his legacy could be jeopardized if he remains in leadership. This development follows the recent resignation of Chrystia Freeland from her roles as finance minister and deputy prime minister, adding pressure on Trudeau.
The letter expresses a personal fondness for Trudeau within the caucus but emphasizes the critical need for leadership change to avoid losing progress under a government potentially led by Poilievre. It calls for a national caucus meeting in early January to deliberate the party’s next steps. Trudeau is reportedly contemplating his future during the holiday break.
Conservative MP John Williamson has announced plans to propose a non-confidence motion at the upcoming public accounts committee meeting. If successful, this could lead to a vote in the House of Commons by January 30, potentially triggering an election. Meanwhile, the NDP has signaled its intention to issue a non-confidence motion, expressing a lack of confidence in the current government irrespective of the Liberal leadership situation.
