Canada's Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned unexpectedly, citing a policy disagreement with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over his plans for increased government spending. Her departure happens just hours before presenting a crucial economic update.
Canada’s Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland unexpectedly resigned due to disagreements with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, criticizing his proposed spending increases as "political gimmicks."
Her resignation came just hours before she was scheduled to present a fall economic update, which was expected to reveal a larger-than-anticipated budget deficit for 2023/24 under the minority Liberal government.
Freeland, 56, who also served as deputy prime minister, stepped down, leaving Trudeau without an important ally in his cabinet as polls suggest his party may face a heavy loss in the upcoming election.
In her resignation letter posted on X, Freeland stated, "For the last number of weeks, you and I have found ourselves at odds over the best path forward for Canada."
Freeland had served as finance minister since August 2020. Trudeau’s office did not immediately respond to her departure.
Reports indicated that Freeland and Trudeau had disagreed over proposals for temporary tax breaks and additional spending measures.
To fill the role, Trudeau appointed his close ally, Dominic LeBlanc, the public safety minister, who had recently joined him at a dinner with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago.
LeBlanc, after being sworn in, emphasized that he and Trudeau are prioritizing addressing the rising cost of living for Canadians and strengthening ties with Trump on issues like border security and economic policies.
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Delta Air Lines is offering $30,000 to each passenger aboard Flight 4819, which crashed while attempting to land at Toronto Pearson International Airport on February 17, 2025. All 80 passengers and crew members survived the incident, with no life-threatening injuries reported.
Canada is seeing a sharp drop in refugee claims as it tightens visa controls, limiting legal pathways for asylum-seekers. The government says the measures prevent abuse, but advocates warn they leave displaced people with few safe options.
Canada’s Liberal Party is set to elect a new leader on March 9, following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation. The winner will replace Trudeau as party leader and prime minister, potentially triggering an early national election.
Thirteen Canadian premiers visited Washington, D.C. on February 12 to meet with U.S. lawmakers, seeking to prevent President Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, which threaten industries reliant on these materials.
Scientists have successfully observed plastic Ice VII, an exotic form of water previously predicted by theoretical models, shedding new light on how water behaves under extreme conditions, both on Earth and potentially on alien worlds.
A recent discovery has revealed that ancient artifacts from the Treasure of Villena were crafted using metal from meteorites, offering new insights into early metalworking techniques in the Iberian Peninsula.
A long-term U.S. study suggests that just two servings of yogurt per week may help protect against certain types of colorectal cancer, highlighting the potential health benefits of its living bacteria and the link between diet and gut health.
French scientists have set a new record by maintaining high-temperature plasma for 22 minutes, bringing the world closer to the promise of nuclear fusion as a clean, sustainable energy source.
Apple has removed its advanced data protection tool for UK users after the government demanded access to encrypted data, raising concerns about user privacy and security.
A Delta Air Lines regional jet flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto Pearson Airport on Monday, injuring 18 people. Officials are investigating whether strong winds and snow played a role in the incident.
Berlin, February 21, 2025 – German citizens will head to the polls on Sunday, February 23, for a snap general election after the coalition government collapsed late last year.
A dialogue between US and Russian delegations has begun in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the development in an official statement.
China’s defence ministry dismissed Australia’s complaints over Chinese naval drills between Australia and New Zealand, calling them "hyped up" and "inconsistent with the facts."
President Donald Trump has named newly confirmed FBI Director Kash Patel as the acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). The move consolidates Patel’s leadership over two major law enforcement agencies during a period of transition.
The Trump administration has ordered U.S. federal employees to submit a list of their work accomplishments by Monday night or risk losing their jobs, raising legal and procedural questions over mass firings.
French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will travel to Washington next week amid European concerns over Donald Trump’s approach to Ukraine and his outreach to Moscow.
Scientists have successfully observed plastic Ice VII, an exotic form of water previously predicted by theoretical models, shedding new light on how water behaves under extreme conditions, both on Earth and potentially on alien worlds.
A recent discovery has revealed that ancient artifacts from the Treasure of Villena were crafted using metal from meteorites, offering new insights into early metalworking techniques in the Iberian Peninsula.
A long-term U.S. study suggests that just two servings of yogurt per week may help protect against certain types of colorectal cancer, highlighting the potential health benefits of its living bacteria and the link between diet and gut health.
French scientists have set a new record by maintaining high-temperature plasma for 22 minutes, bringing the world closer to the promise of nuclear fusion as a clean, sustainable energy source.
Apple has removed its advanced data protection tool for UK users after the government demanded access to encrypted data, raising concerns about user privacy and security.
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