Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation on January 6, 2025, following a turbulent period marked by domestic challenges and international controversies. Central to his political decline was the fallout with India over allegations that its government was involved in the 2023 assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen and Khalistani activist. India denied the claims, sparking a diplomatic standoff that saw mutual expulsions of diplomats and strained bilateral relations.
Domestically, Trudeau faced mounting criticism for his handling of foreign policy, internal dissent within the Liberal Party, and an economy under strain. His approval ratings plummeted to historic lows, and the resignation of key allies, including Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, further eroded his leadership. Under pressure from both within his party and the public, Trudeau stepped down to pave the way for new leadership ahead of the next elections.
His decade-long tenure ends with a legacy of progressive reforms overshadowed by recent controversies, leaving the Liberal Party facing a tough road to recovery and rebuilding its image.
