Justin Trudeau has announced he will step down after nine years as Canadian prime minister in the face of a mounting set of crises, but stay in office until a replacement party leader is chosen.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday that he would resign from his roles as prime minister and Liberal Party leader. Trudeau’s resignation will abruptly end an impressive political career stalled by domestic economic problems and a growing feud with the incoming Trump administration.

Canada's ruling Liberal Party is looking for a new leader to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who announced on Monday he intended to step down. The party has not released details on the leadership contest,