OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is taking part in a virtual meeting of the Canada-U.S. relations cabinet committee, as people inside and outside the Liberal caucus call for him to resign as leader.

The committee meets as president-elect Donald Trump’s Jan. 20 inauguration quickly approaches.

Trump promised to enact 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports unless both countries meet his demand to beef up security at the American border.

In Ottawa, Trudeau continues to face pressure to step down as Liberal leader after Chrystia Freeland's decision to quit last month.{ai:summary}<p>Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is participating in a virtual meeting of the Canada-U.S. relations cabinet committee amid growing calls for his resignation. This meeting comes as President-elect Donald Trump is set to take office, having pledged to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports unless border security is enhanced.</p><p>The situation highlights the tension in Canada-U.S. relations as Trump prepares to implement his policies. Trudeau's leadership is under scrutiny as he navigates these challenges. #politics</p>

Here's what Trudeau is doing today amid calls for resignation

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