Justin Trudeau resigned as Canada's Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader on Monday. His departure came amid plummeting popularity, growing dissent within his party and a simultaneous surge in support for the Conservative Party.

Justin Trudeau announced his decision to step down as Canadian Prime Minister on Monday January 6, and revealed that he had told his three children the news the night before. In an emotional speech he said: "I intend to resign as party leader,

Justin Trudeau might tender his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party today, reports have suggested. The departure of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland last month intensified the calls for his resignation.