Canadian PM Trudeau prorogues Parliament, suspends key bills, and announces resignation amid political turmoil.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau has prorogued Parliament until March 24, suspending legislative activities and putting several key bills at risk, including the Online Harms Act and a bill for citizenship rights. Trudeau also announced his resignation, to take effect once a successor is chosen, avoiding a potential no-confidence vote. Conservative MP Michael Barrett criticized the move, arguing it leaves Canada in political turmoil amid economic and social crises.

January 06, 2025
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