Opposition parties can’t ignore Liberal ‘own goal’ in Nova Scotia shooting inquiry, but must show ‘discipline,’ says NDP strategist

Given Justin Trudeau's track record of standing by his ministers, Bill Blair may keep his job despite allegations of political interference, says Liberal strategist Elliot Hughes.

Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair, pictured, has been called to appear before the House Public Safety Committee by Nov. 4, alongside RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY IAN CAMPBELL

October 26, 2022

Newly released audio recordings about the Nova Scotia mass shooting, which have prompted opposition MPs to call a Liberal cabinet minister and the RCMP commissioner back before a parliamentary committee, take allegations of political interference “to a different level” making it “impossible”...

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