Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing resistance from within his own party, as several Liberal lawmakers are urging him not to pursue a fourth term. They have set a deadline of October 28 for him to make his decision. According to reports from AP, some Liberal MPs have warned that Trudeau "must leave by October 28" or face unspecified repercussions.

After a three-hour meeting with Liberal members of Parliament, a smiling Trudeau stated that the Liberals are “strong and united.” Three Liberals indicated they were part of a group of over 20 lawmakers who signed a letter requesting Trudeau to step down before the next election.

With 153 members in Canada’s House of Commons, Ken McDonald, a Liberal MP from Newfoundland who signed the letter (which has not been made public), said, "He has to start listening to the people." McDonald, who is not seeking re-election, noted that some colleagues planning to run again are anxious due to poor polling and declining party popularity.

Trudeau, who has previously expressed his intention to run again, did not take questions from reporters after the meeting. It’s worth noting that no Canadian prime minister has won four consecutive terms in over a century. Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault, a Liberal Party member, remarked, "There is some palace drama going on right now, which distracts us from our main job—focusing on Canadians."

Not all Liberal MPs have voiced support for Trudeau. Ontario Liberal lawmaker Yvan Baker stated, "It’s up to the party leader to decide whether he remains in that role." Meanwhile, Charles Sousa, a Liberal MP representing a suburban Toronto constituency, mentioned that Trudeau is reflecting on the situation and clarified that he did not sign the letter. "Trudeau made it very clear that he believes he’s the right choice, but he appreciates all feedback," Sousa said. "I respect his decision, whatever that may be."

Trudeau's Liberal Party recently encountered setbacks in special elections in two historically held districts in Toronto and Montreal, raising questions about his leadership.