Trudeau supports Seamus O'Regan after he announces decision to live 'alcohol-free lifestyle'

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is lending his support to Liberal MP Seamus O'Regan after the rookie politician said he hadentereda wellness program to adopt "an alcohol-free lifestyle."

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Trudeau issued a statement on Twitter later Sunday saying, "My thoughts are with my friendand colleague @SeamusORegan tonight, and he has my full support."

O'Regan, who hosted CTV's Canada AM for nearly a decade, announcedfrom hisTwitter account that he had checked into theprogram over the holiday break.

O'Regan says he made the decision after consulting with family and plans toreturn to his duties as an MP for St. John's SouthMount Pearl before Parliament resumes later this month.

He alsonoted that he'd have more to say on the matter in the future, but asked for privacy until then.

O'Regan's husband expressed his support shortly afterthe announcement was made online.