Justin Trudeau: Canada's Current Prime Minister
Early Life and Family
Justin Pierre James Trudeau, born on December 25, 1971, is a Canadian politician who has served as the 23rd Prime Minister of Canada since 2015. He is the eldest son of former Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau and Margaret Trudeau.
Political Career
Trudeau's political career began in 2008 when he was elected as the Liberal Member of Parliament (MP) for Papineau, a riding in Montreal, Quebec. In 2013, he was elected Leader of the Liberal Party and led the party to a majority government victory in the 2015 federal election.
As Prime Minister, Trudeau has implemented policies focused on economic growth, social justice, and environmental protection. His government has also legalized cannabis, introduced a national carbon tax, and raised taxes on high-income earners.
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