Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to shuffle his Cabinet on Friday, according to senior officials familiar with the matter. The shuffle comes amidst growing discontent over Trudeau's leadership, exacerbated by the recent departure of his finance minister. Despite calls for his resignation from some Liberal lawmakers, Trudeau has received the full support of his Cabinet.
New Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc acknowledged the differing views within the party but emphasized that the government remains focused on addressing external threats, such as the possibility of a 25% tariff on Canadian products by President-elect Donald Trump.
LeBlanc also mentioned plans to meet with Trump's incoming 'border czar' to discuss border security measures in an effort to avoid the proposed tariffs. Trudeau, who has been in power for nearly a decade, is facing challenges on multiple fronts, including economic concerns and internal party dissent.
The possibility of a 'no confidence' vote in Parliament looms as Liberal lawmakers express their dissatisfaction with Trudeau's leadership. The recent resignations of key Cabinet members have further fueled speculation about the stability of the government.
While Trudeau's party has relied on the support of the New Democratic Party to maintain power, that support is waning, increasing the likelihood of a potential government shake-up. The timing of any such vote remains uncertain, as Parliament is currently in recess until late next month.
Despite efforts to bolster his Cabinet with high-profile figures like Mark Carney, Trudeau's immediate focus appears to be on navigating the current political challenges and preparing for the upcoming budget in the spring.
