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Breaking: Treason Accusations Swirl as Poilievre Faces Claims of Indian and Chinese Meddling in CPC Race

Jun 14, 2024

It’s not often you see other party leaders, constituional lawyers, elections experts, CSIS, the RCMP accuse a major political party of Treason, but here we are.

If you piece this puzzle together, the NUCLEAR accusations of treason, vote rigging, payoffs, hush money, fake electors being leveled at the Conservative Party of Canada and combine it with Pierre’s desperate attempt to run from it, you should be very fucking concerned for Canada’s soveriegnty today.

The political landscape in Canada has been rocked by recent allegations of foreign interference in the leadership race of the Conservative Party of Canada (CPC). Pierre Poilievre, the current leader of the CPC, has found himself at the center of these accusations, with claims that foreign actors from India and China meddled in his successful bid for leadership. This blog post delves into the details of these allegations, the responses from notable politicians and journalists, and the potential legal ramifications if any Canadian politician is found guilty of accepting foreign interference.

The (New) Allegations

The National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) released a report alleging that foreign actors from India and China interfered in more than one race for the leadership of the Conservative Party of Canada. The report specifically mentions “two distinct instances” of interference by officials from the People’s Republic of China and one instance involving India.

The allegations of foreign interference in Pierre Poilievre’s successful bid for the Conservative Party leadership are serious and could be fucking disaterous for him, his party and Canadians who trusted Conservatives with their vote. We’re talking Treason here, kids.

The National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) report explicitly states there were “two distinct instances where officials from the People’s Republic of China allegedly interfered in the leadership races of the Conservative Party of Canada.” While details are redacted, this directly implicates Chinese meddling to benefit Poilievre.

The report also reveals that “India interfered in a single Conservative Party leadership race.” Given Poilievre’s vocal support for India’s policies on issues like the farmers’ protests, it raises suspicions that he was the beneficiary of this interference.

Jagmeet Singh, after reviewing the unredacted NSICOP report, expressed “deep concern” that some parliamentarians were willing participants in foreign efforts to interfere, describing their actions as “deeply unethical” violations of their oath. His comments seem to implicate Poilievre’s campaign.

If these allegations are proven true, the legal ramifications for Poilievre could be disastrous. Accepting foreign interference to undermine Canada’s democratic institutions could constitute serious criminal offences under laws like the Security of Information Act and the Criminal Code. He could face charges like foreign-influenced intimidation, threats, sabotage, and political interference – carrying potential jail time. LFG.

Politically, Poilievre’s credibility and legitimacy as CPC leader would be shattered. His refusal to obtain security clearance and address the allegations transparently has already raised doubts about his fitness for office. Proven foreign interference would be a crisis for Canada’s democracy and could trigger his resignation or ouster as party leader.

With the integrity of a major political party’s leadership at stake, these are incredibly serious allegations that demand urgent investigation and accountability. Poilievre’s ongoing silence is deafening and deeply concerning for Canada’s national security.Jagmeet Singh, the leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP), has been vocal about these allegations. After reading the unredacted version of the NSICOP report, Singh expressed deep concern, stating that some parliamentarians were “semi-witting or witting” participants in foreign states’ efforts to interfere in Canadian politics. He described the actions of these MPs as “deeply unethical” and contrary to their oaths of office.

Responses from Politicians and Journalists

Elizabeth May, the leader of the Green Party, also reviewed the unredacted report but had a different take. She acknowledged the concerning implications of foreign interference but stated that there was no evidence of current MPs knowingly selling out Canada for personal gain

Journalists have also weighed in on the issue. The Globe and Mail (who regularlary lick PeePee’s bag) reported that Poilievre is the only federal party leader who has refused to obtain the necessary security clearance to review classified intelligence on foreign interference. This refusal has raised questions about his transparency and accountability.

Poilievre’s Silence and Its Implications

Pierre Poilievre’s refusal to address the allegations publicly and his decision not to obtain NSICOP clearance have been met with criticism. Critics argue that his silence and refusal to engage with the classified intelligence suggest a lack of willingness to confront the issue head-on. This stance has led to speculation about his motives and the potential impact on public trust in his leadership.

Michael Chong, the Conservative foreign affairs critic, defended Poilievre’s decision, stating that obtaining the briefing would prevent him from disclosing the information to anyone else, thereby limiting his ability to act on it. However, this explanation has not quelled the concerns of many who believe that transparency is crucial in addressing such serious allegations.

SO, Gimme The Legal Analysis!

If any Canadian politician is found guilty of accepting foreign interference to manipulate democracy and Canadian institutions, the legal consequences could be severe. According to Canada’s Criminal Code, various offences related to foreign interference include sabotage, intimidation, and threats. The Security of Information Act (SOIA) also criminalizes foreign-influenced threats or violence and other forms of espionage. Strangley, the words “guillotine” and “firing squad” aren’t in the offing. That would have been a sweet PPV.

The proposed amendments to the SOIA and the Criminal Code under Bill C-70 aim to modernize and strengthen Canada’s legal framework to counter foreign interference. These amendments include new offences for foreign-influenced intimidation, threats, and political interference, as well as provisions for consecutive sentencing in cases involving foreign entities.

Big if True

The allegations of foreign interference in Pierre Poilievre’s leadership bid for the CPC have sparked a significant political and public debate in Canada. The responses from politicians like Jagmeet Singh and Elizabeth May, as well as the ongoing silence from Poilievre, highlight the complexities and sensitivities surrounding this issue. As the investigation continues, the potential legal ramifications for those found guilty of accepting foreign interference underscore the importance of maintaining the integrity of Canada’s democratic institutions.

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Dean Blundell

Dean Blundell is a Canadian radio personality. Best known as a longtime morning host on CFNY-FM (The Edge) in Toronto, Ontario. In 2015 he was named the new morning host on sports radio station CJCL (Sportsnet 590 The Fan). Dean started his career in radio in 2001 and for nearly 20 years been entertaining the radio audience. Dean’s newest venture is the launch of his site and podcast which is gaining tremendous momentum across North America.

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