As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faces internal pressure from his own Liberal MPs, former British Columbia Premier Christy Clark has indicated her interest in stepping into federal politics and potentially replacing him. Sources report that Clark, who has been taking French lessons in Quebec, is preparing for a possible return to the political arena.
In a statement to Radio-Canada, Clark expressed her desire to engage in discussions about the future of the Liberal Party and Canada. “Canadians are tired of politicians who use fear-mongering and divisiveness to win elections,” Clark wrote, adding that the country needs leaders who can unite the nation with practical solutions to critical issues, such as the cost of living, the housing crisis, health care, and climate change.
Although Clark acknowledged that the Liberal leadership is not expected to become vacant soon, she did not rule out the possibility of returning to public life.
Clark, who served as B.C. premier from 2011 to 2017, has been a vocal critic of Trudeau over the past two years, previously calling for his resignation. She has described him as “tired and complacent,” arguing that he is no longer an asset to the party but instead a “gift” to Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre.
As tensions rise within the Liberal caucus ahead of a critical meeting this week, some MPs are reportedly calling for Trudeau’s resignation, while Clark continues to prepare for a possible future role in federal politics.