Government won't commit to releasing names of MPs who allegedly conspired with foreign actors

Senior cabinet ministers wouldn't say Tuesday if the government is prepared to release the names of parliamentarians who are alleged to have conspired with foreign governments and to have consciously shared sensitive information with their agents — conduct that one expert says could amount to treason.

Government won't commit to releasing names of MPs who allegedly conspired with foreign actors
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland pauses when asked a question about national security during a news conference, Tuesday, June 4, 2024 in Ottawa.

Senior cabinet ministers wouldn't say Tuesday if the government is prepared to release the names of parliamentarians who are alleged to have conspired with foreign governments and to have consciously shared sensitive information with their agents — conduct that one expert says could amount to treason.