Mounting Pressure For Trudeau's Demise In Canada
Introduction
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been facing increasing pressure to resign from his position in recent months. Several factors have contributed to this mounting pressure, including the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the recent Emergencies Act inquiry, and Trudeau's involvement in the SNC-Lavalin scandal. As a result of these factors, Trudeau's approval ratings have plummeted and calls for his resignation have grown louder.
Trudeau's Falling Popularity
Trudeau's approval ratings have been declining steadily since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020. A recent poll by Angus Reid Institute found that only 38% of Canadians approve of Trudeau's performance as Prime Minister, down from 56% in May 2020. The poll also found that 62% of Canadians believe that Trudeau should resign.
Several factors have contributed to Trudeau's declining popularity. One factor is the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. While the federal government has provided billions of dollars in financial assistance to Canadians during the pandemic, many people are still struggling financially. Additionally, the government's handling of the pandemic has been criticized by some for being too slow and ineffective.
The Emergencies Act Inquiry
Another factor that has contributed to Trudeau's declining popularity is the ongoing Emergencies Act inquiry. The inquiry is examining the government's use of the Emergencies Act to end the "Freedom Convoy" protests in Ottawa in February 2022. The inquiry has heard evidence that the government may have overreached its authority when it invoked the Emergencies Act. This has led to calls for Trudeau to resign.
The SNC-Lavalin Scandal
Trudeau has also been embroiled in the SNC-Lavalin scandal. In 2019, it was revealed that Trudeau had pressured his former Attorney General, Jody Wilson-Raybould, to drop criminal charges against SNC-Lavalin, a Quebec engineering and construction company. Trudeau has denied any wrongdoing, but the scandal has damaged his reputation and led to calls for his resignation.
Conclusion
Trudeau is facing increasing pressure to resign from his position as Prime Minister of Canada. Several factors have contributed to this pressure, including the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the recent Emergencies Act inquiry, and Trudeau's involvement in the SNC-Lavalin scandal. As a result of these factors, Trudeau's approval ratings have plummeted, and calls for his resignation have grown louder. It remains to be seen whether Trudeau will be able to weather this storm and remain in office.