Canada\u2019s political crisis sparked by finance minister\u2019s resignation over Donald Trump\u2019s threat to raise trade tariffs.
\n washington
\nUS President-elect Donald Trump has once again referred to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as \u201cgovernor\u201d following the unexpected resignation of Chrystia Freeland, Canada\u2019s Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister.
\nFreeland resigned on Monday, citing differences with Trudeau, as well as the looming threat of a trade war with the United States. The resignation has sent shockwaves through the Canadian government, which is already dealing with internal party opposition.
\nIn a social media post, Trump criticised Freeland\u2019s behavior as \u201ctotally toxic,\u201d arguing that it was detrimental to negotiations and trade deals.
\nThis comment follows Trump\u2019s recent habit of referring to Trudeau as \u201cgovernor,\u201d a remark stemming from a quip he made during a meeting with Trudeau in which he suggested that Canada should become the 51st US state if it couldn\u2019t handle US tariffs.
\nTrump\u2019s remark came after he announced his intention to impose hefty tariffs on Canada, particularly a 25% tariff on Canadian goods.
\nHe accused Canada of not adequately addressing the flow of illegal immigrants and drugs into the US, and also mentioned the significant financial subsidies the US provides to Canada, which he suggested should be re-evaluated. During his Sunday talk show appearance, Trump said, \u201cWe\u2019re subsidizing Canada to the tune of over $100 billion… If we\u2019re going to subsidize them, let them become a state.\u201d
\nFreeland\u2019s resignation is tied to internal divisions within the Canadian government over how to confront the economic challenges posed by Trump\u2019s \u201cAmerica First\u201d policies.
\nFreeland, long seen as one of Trudeau\u2019s closest allies, had been a key figure in negotiations with the US. She had advocated for a more cautious, fiscally restrained approach, warning that Canada should prepare for the economic fallout from Trump\u2019s tariffs by conserving financial resources.
\nOn the other hand, Trudeau focused on more immediate economic relief measures, including a two-month sales tax holiday and direct payments to Canadians, which Freeland viewed as politically motivated and inadequate in addressing the long-term risks posed by the US tariffs.
\nThe resignation has left Trudeau\u2019s government in a precarious position, with opposition parties and members within his own Liberal Party voicing discontent.
\nJagmeet Singh, leader of the opposition New Democratic Party (NDP), called for Trudeau\u2019s resignation, while others within the Liberal Party have expressed a desire for new leadership. Despite this, there are currently no indications of a confidence vote against Trudeau.
\nTrudeau weighing resignation
\nCanadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reportedly contemplating stepping down following a political crisis sparked by his finance minister\u2019s resignation.
\nAccording to CTV News, Trudeau informed his cabinet that he is considering two options: resignation or prorogation, which involves suspending the current parliamentary session. The Prime Minister is expected to address Parliament on Tuesday regarding the situation.
\nThis marks one of the most significant challenges in Trudeau\u2019s nearly 10 years as prime minister. His approval rating, once as high as 63% after his initial election, has fallen below 30% this year, amid economic difficulties, a growing housing crisis, and disputes over immigration policies.
\nSome senior members of Trudeau\u2019s own party have publicly called for his resignation ahead of the general election, which is scheduled for no later than October next year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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