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Trudeau in trouble: a sunny leader in stormy times

The Intelligence from The Economist

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SNC-Lavalin Scandal: Political Fallout

This chapter explores the political turmoil surrounding Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the construction company SNC-Lavalin, which faces bribery allegations linked to contracts in Libya. With key cabinet members resigning and scrutiny over Trudeau's handling of the situation, the chapter highlights the implications for upcoming elections and the complex political dynamics in Quebec. Public sentiment favors a criminal trial, presenting a challenge for Trudeau as he navigates the potentially damaging fallout from this controversy.

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