Justin Trudeau resigns as Canadian prime minister following weeks of mounting pressure

Beleaguered leader Justin Trudeau has resigned as the prime minister of Canada following weeks of pressure from within the Liberal Party, after he faced a mounting set of crises.

The 53-year-old took to his residence at Rideau Cottage to announce he had decided to step down as leader of the North American country.

Justin Trudeau said spending time with his family over the holidays had allowed him to “reflect” on his position as prime minister, and the prospect of resigning.

“Throughout the course of my career, any success I have personally achieved has been because of their support and with their encouragement,” he said. “Last night over dinner, I told my kids about the decision that I’m sharing with you today. I intend to resign as party leader and as

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