Canadian finance minister resigns amid contracting scandal
Morneau insisted that it's "never been" his plan to run in more than two federal election cycles and told reporters he's instead putting his name forward as a candidate to lead the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. He said he informed Trudeau Monday of his intention, adding that Canada needs a new finance minister "for the long, challenging road ahead."
Trudeau did not ask him to resign, he said.
In a statement, Trudeau thanked Morneau for his work and voiced support for his OECD bid.
“Today, I spoke with Bill Morneau and accepted his resignation," the prime minister said. "Canada will vigorously support his bid to lead this important global institution that will play a critical role in the global economic recovery."
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