Canadian linked to Russian influence campaign refuses to answer MPs' questions

The House of Commons is being asked to consider whether Lauren Chen — a Canadian influencer accused of aiding a Russian propaganda campaign — should be found in contempt of Parliament after she refused to answer MPs' questions during a parliamentary committee hearing Tuesday.

Canadian linked to Russian influence campaign refuses to answer MPs' questions
Lauren Chen, the co-founder of Tenet Media, testifies before a House of Commons committee by videoconference on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. Chen refused to answer questions from members of Parliament on the committee.

The House of Commons is being asked to consider whether Lauren Chen — a Canadian influencer accused of aiding a Russian propaganda campaign — should be found in contempt of Parliament after she refused to answer MPs' questions during a parliamentary committee hearing Tuesday.