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Canadian Finance Minister Resigns, Heightening Political Crisis for Trudeau

Chrystia Freeland resigns as finance minister, escalating challenges for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau amid economic concerns and U.S. tariff threats.

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Updated: Dec 16th, 2024, 7:06 PM ET

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Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland has resigned, citing disagreements with Prime Minister Trudeau over economic policies as Canada braces for potential tariffs from U.S. President-elect Trump. Freeland's departure raises serious questions about Trudeau's leadership and the future of the Liberal Party, which faces declining public support ahead of a federal election due by October. Trudeau appointed Dominic LeBlanc as her successor, while opposition leaders call for immediate elections, signaling potential instability in the minority government.

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