There are several contenders to be the next Labor Party leader after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his upcoming resignation.
Canada's Justin Trudeau announced his resignation as prime minister Monday, with his Liberal Party in turmoil amid declining poll numbers and an election on the horizon.
Dominic LeBlanc Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc, who succeeded Freeland after her resignation, is also a top candidate. Formerly public safety minister, LeBlanc is a close friend of Trudeau. He was Trudeau's babysitter when both were younger.
Christy Clark Christy Clark, the former premier of British Columbia, has publicly expressed interest in leading the Liberal Party. Last October, at a time when several MPs were questioning Trudeau's leadership, she said: 'I would want to be part of the conversation on the future direction of the Liberal Party and of the country.' On Tuesday, after Trudeau's resignation, she posted a message on social media thanking the outgoing prime minister for his service.
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