Best of AP — Honorable Mention

Breaking news on Justin Trudeau’s resignation underscores the strength of competitive source-driven reporting

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks to the media after a meeting with Jay Timmons, president and CEO of The National Association of Manufacturers, in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
Justin Trudeau

Thanks to Rob Gillies’ deeply developed network of sources, AP was first to report the resignation of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, beating major Canadian outlets in alerting this significant political story.

Gillies, who covers Canada alone, not only led the breaking news coverage but also contributed to AP’s all-formats reporting with a video explainer on Trudeau’s resignation. This effort bolstered AP’s multimedia coverage, enhancing the report’s reach and engagement with direct-to-customer audiences.

Gillies’ leadership in breaking this story, coupled with his successful pivot to multimedia, reflects AP’s commitment to innovation, accuracy, and delivering impactful stories across formats.

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