Canadian Government Faces Pressure to Reveal Names of MPs Accused of Collusion with China and India

Jun 6, 2024, 04:33 PM

The Canadian government is facing significant pressure to disclose the names of parliamentarians accused of colluding with foreign governments, including China and India. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and NDP leader Jagmeet Singh have both called for transparency, emphasizing the public's right to know. The National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) reported on the alleged foreign interference, but the Liberal government has blocked access to over 1,000 documents related to the investigation. Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc acknowledged knowing the names of implicated MPs but cited national security concerns as the reason for not disclosing them. The RCMP is aware of the intelligence but has not commented further. Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland and other senior cabinet members have also refrained from committing to releasing the names. Liberal MP Jennifer O’Connell dismissed concerns with a flippant “Boo hoo, get over it” remark. The situation has led to widespread criticism from opposition parties and the public, who demand accountability and transparency.