François-Philippe Champagne Declines Liberal Leadership Bid

The Industry Minister's decision narrows the field of candidates vying to replace Justin Trudeau as Liberal Party leader.

François-Philippe Champagne, Canada's Industry Minister, has officially announced he will not run for the Liberal Party leadership.
Former Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and ex-Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney are expected to declare their candidacies soon.
The leadership race follows Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent resignation, prompting a two-month contest to select his successor.
Other confirmed candidates include Ontario MP Chandra Arya and former Montreal MP Frank Baylis, while former B.C. Premier Christy Clark is rumored to enter the race.
Several high-profile Liberal ministers, including Mélanie Joly and Dominic Leblanc, have also opted out of the leadership race.