A large section of ruling party MPs, nearly half of the full contingent of 153, are now seeking an early resignation from Trudeau so that a new leader can be elected in time for the next Federal elect

The stunning move raised questions about how much longer the prime minister of nearly 10 years — whose popularity has plummeted due to concerns about inflation and immigration — can stay on.

The pressure comes after a turbulent week for Trudeau, including the resignation of  Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland over spending disagreements and a declaration by opposition parties to unite and bring down his minority government.