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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Separating From Wife
Justin Trudeau is starting the New Year with a major update.
The Prime Minister of Canada and leader of the Liberal Party announced his intention to resign "as party leader and as prime minister" after the party "selects a new leader through a robust, nationwide competitive process."
"Last night I asked the president of the Liberal Party to begin that process," Trudeau, who has held the prime minister position since Nov. 2015 when he defeated Stephen Harper, said during a Jan. 6 press conference in Ottawa. "This country deserves a real choice in the next election and it has become clear to me that if I'm having to fight internal battles, I cannot be the best option in that election."
The politician, whose late father Pierre Trudeau previously served two non-consecutive terms as prime minister, has been going through a period of personal change in recent years. Indeed, in Aug. 2023, he and Sophie Grégoire announced their separation after 18 years of marriage.
"As always, we remain a close family with deep love and respect for each other for everything we have built and will continue to build," Trudeau—father to Xavier, 17, Ella-Grace, 15, and Hadrien, 10, with Grégoire—wrote on Instagram at the time. "For the well-being of our children, we ask that you respect our and their privacy."
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Since then, Trudeau has shared rare glimpses into family life with his kids, including their holiday celebrations in late 2024.
"Dish duty is part of Thanksgiving too," he captioned a picture of the trio on Instagram. "Happy Thanksgiving, from our family to yours."
And he shared a sweet Instagram tribute to his eldest son for his birthday in October.
"Today this little guy turns 17 (and is much taller than me)… Where did the time go?" Trudeau wrote to his son, who shares a birthday with his late father. "Watching Xav grow into such a brilliant, sensitive young man has been one of my greatest joys."
"And to my Dad: happy birthday, too," Trudeau added. "Always wish you were here to celebrate with us."
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