Toba Owojaiye Reporting
Abuja, Nigeria
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation on January 6, 2025, marking the end of nearly a decade in office. Trudeau’s decision comes amid escalating internal party tensions and the recent resignation of his Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland, who stepped down citing personal reasons and dissatisfaction with the government’s economic direction.
Truth Live News can confirm that as Trudeau’s Liberal Party begins the process of selecting a new leader, he will remain in office temporarily to manage critical issues, including the ongoing economic fallout and Canada’s response to proposed U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods.
The announcement prompted a bold reaction from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who reiterated his long-standing, albeit controversial, suggestion that Canada consider becoming the 51st state of the United States. Posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump criticized Trudeau’s leadership and highlighted Canada’s economic challenges, including trade deficits with the U.S.
“Justin Trudeau’s resignation was long overdue. Canada’s economy has been suffering under his policies. Together, as one nation, we could eliminate tariffs, lower taxes, and ensure greater security,” Trump wrote.
This is not the first time Trump has floated the idea. During a meeting with Trudeau in November 2024, Trump humorously referred to him as the “Governor of the Great State of Canada,” a comment that drew mixed reactions.
However, with Trudeau’s resignation, Trump’s remarks have taken on a more serious tone, spar