Chrystia Freeland Resigns as Finance Minister

Chrystia Freeland resigned from her position as Finance Minister on Monday, sharing her resignation letter addressed to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on social media.

In the letter, Freeland expressed pride in her work for Canada but explained her decision to step down after Trudeau indicated he no longer wanted her as Finance Minister and offered her a different Cabinet role. Freeland stated that a minister must have the Prime Minister's full confidence, which she felt she no longer possessed.

She highlighted key disagreements with Trudeau over handling U.S. economic nationalism and potential tariffs. Freeland advocated for fiscal restraint and a "Team Canada" approach to counter U.S. policies, warning against costly political moves that undermine Canadians' trust.

Freeland reaffirmed her commitment to serving as a Liberal MP for Toronto and announced plans to run for re-election in the next federal vote.