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Chinese interference allegations escalate

Toronto-area MP Han Dong has left the Liberal caucus as he denies allegations that he worked against the release of Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig.
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responds to a question from the opposition during Question Period, Tuesday, March 21, 2023 in Ottawa.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responds to a question from the opposition during Question Period, Tuesday, March 21, 2023 in Ottawa. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press)
Front Burner25:37Chinese interference allegations escalate

Toronto-area MP Han Dong is denying allegations that he worked against the release of 'the two Michaels' in 2021. 

His denial comes in the wake of a story from Global News that alleges Dong advised a senior Chinese diplomat in Toronto to delay the release of Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor, two Canadians being held in Chinese detention. Meanwhile, calls for a public inquiry into foreign election interference grow louder. 

Today, CBC's chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton brings us up to speed on the latest escalation in allegations of Chinese government interference in Canadian affairs. 

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