Canada’s Liberal Party elected Mark Carney as its new leader Sunday, positioning him to succeed Justin Trudeau as prime minister.

Frontrunners include Chrystia Freeland and Mark Carney, who are making the case they can guide Canada through domestic and international issues. At the top of the list: mounting trade tensions with the United States.

Canada’s governing Liberals are set to choose a replacement for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. TORONTO — Canada's governing Liberals will announce a replacement for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Sunday as the country deals with U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats and as a federal election looms.