Wernick’s warning of political violence reflects increasing polarization, say politicos, experts

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was allegedly the subject of threats by Corey Hurren, who is facing 22 charges for breaking through the gates of Rideau Hall while armed. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY SAMANTHA WRIGHT ALLEN

July 15, 2020

In the wake of an armed man crashing his truck through Rideau Hall gates and threatening Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, some are recalling the stark warning of political violence more than a year before from then-Privy Council Clerk Michael Wernick. And while the timin...

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