Poilievre claims Trudeau is covering up lapses at high-security lab, PM accuses rival of spewing conspiracies

Facing questions about how scientists who were intentionally sharing information with China were cleared to work at a Winnipeg lab housing deadly diseases, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau deflected criticism to his chief political rival, accusing the Conservative leader of weaponizing national security. 

Poilievre claims Trudeau is covering up lapses at high-security lab, PM accuses rival of spewing conspiracies
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responds to questions from the opposition during Question Period, Wednesday, February 28, 2024 in Ottawa.

Facing questions about how scientists who were intentionally sharing information with China were cleared to work at a Winnipeg lab housing deadly diseases, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau deflected criticism to his chief political rival, accusing the Conservative leader of weaponizing national security.