'Like a big family': Trudeau says 'will find way through' crisis after deputy PM's resignation

Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday addressed the criticism directed at him, including from within his own party, at a Liberal Party event. His remarks come as new finance minister Dominic LeBlanc confirmed that Trudeau is actively addressing internal complaints about his leadership, according to a Reuters report.
“We really are a big family. Like most families, sometimes we have fights around the holidays, but of course, like most families, we find our way through it,” Trudeau said, drawing some cheers from the audience.
Trudeau, prime minister for nearly a decade, is under criticism from several legislators following the recent resignation of finance minister Chrystia Freeland.
Freeland stepped down on Monday after a policy clash with Trudeau and issued a letter openly criticising his leadership style. Her resignation was soon followed by a setback for the Liberals, who lost a special election in British Columbia, adding to the party's troubles.
Trudeau's unpopularity has grown over the years due to issues such as rising inflation and the high cost of living. His position has become uncertain amid more legislators joining the call for his resignation.
Liberal MP Wayne Long, who has previously criticised Trudeau’s leadership, recently described him as "delusional" for believing the party could sustain its current path.
Meanwhile, the opposition Bloc Québécois has demanded an immediate election, arguing that Canada needs a stable government to handle pressing issues such as potential US tariffs on Canadian imports.
A Nanos Research poll also shows public support slipping away from the Liberals, with the Conservatives leading at 43%, the Liberals at 23%, and the New Democrats at 20%.