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In contrast, Poilievre, a Bitcoin enthusiast, has campaigned heavily against CBDCs, warning that they would give the government unchecked power to print money, worsen inflation, and deepen Canada's economic troubles.
Trudeau's controversial handling of the 2022 Freedom Convoy protests further eroded public trust. His use of emergency powers to freeze bank accounts-including those holding crypto- sparked widespread outrage Although the Federal Court of Canada ruled in 2024 that freezing crypto transfers was unconstitutional, the damage to Trudeau's reputation was already done.
Now, with Trudeau out of office, the Liberal Party faces a formidable challenge from Poilievre and the Conservatives, whose popularity continues to surge. Poilievre, much like Donald Trump in the U.S., appears poised to channel economic frustrations into a pro-crypto platform.
Once celebrated with a 65% approval rating in September 2016, Trudeau now leaves office with an abysmal 22% rating.
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How far has Justin Trudeau fallen?
For most of his presidency, Joe Biden has been mired in the high-30s & low-40s. Before 2024 ended, he had dropped to 34% approval, the lowest of his presidency.
Trudeau makes Biden look like Santa Claus.