Justin Trudeau cornered by own party MPs, calls for resignation grow louder

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau finds himself under growing pressure from within his own Liberal Party to step down. The political unrest comes at a critical time, with MPs questioning Trudeau's leadership.

Liberal MP Sean Casey has taken a bold step, publicly calling for Trudeau's resignation. Speaking on CBC News, Casey said, "The message that I've been getting loud and clear — and more and more strongly as time goes by — is that it is time for [Trudeau] to go. And I agree."

Casey's public call for Trudeau to step down comes amid growing distrust within the Liberal Party, including electoral setbacks, internal pressure, and public discontent.

TRUDEAU's LEADERSHIP UNDER FIRE

Montreal-area MP Anthony Housefather has joined the chorus for change, calling for a "robust caucus discussion" about whether Trudeau should continue to lead the party.

Housefather’s cautious approach reflects the delicate balancing act many Liberal MPs find themselves in — supporting the party while questioning Trudeau’s ability to steer it through both internal and international crises.

"I support whoever is leader in my party at all times," Housefather said, "but that doesn’t mean there shouldn’t be a robust caucus discussion about who the best person to lead us in the next election is. And that discussion should happen in caucus. It shouldn’t happen in the media."

Liberal MPs’ frustrations have been compounded by dismal by-election results in key areas like Montreal and Toronto. The Liberal Party lost ground in these traditionally strongholds, with the Bloc Québécois and other opposition parties making significant gains.

In Montreal’s LaSalle-‰mard-Verdun district, the Liberal candidate lost by a narrow margin to a Bloc Québécois candidate, further shaking confidence in the party’s readiness for the next general election, expected in 2025.

WHY TRUDEAU IS FACING OPPOSITION

Trudeau's approval ratings have dropped significantly, from 63 per cent at the start of his tenure to around 28-33 per cent. Rising costs of living and housing crises have led to widespread dissatisfaction, causing concerns among Liberal Party members about their chances in the next election.

Key figures in the party have resigned, signalling internal dissent. The recent end of the supply-and-confidence agreement with the NDP has weakened Trudeau's government, increasing pressure on him to step down.

Trudeau’s disconnect with voters, highlighted by viral confrontations and a 67 per cent disapproval rating, has further shaken confidence within his party.

TRUDEAU's ALLEGATIONS AGAINST INDIA

The internal rebellion against Trudeau comes amid his accusations against India over Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s murder.

Though his party and the Opposition have presented a united front on the issue, many political commentators have accused Trudeau of using the opportunity as a distraction amid domestic pressure.