Trudeau Says He Accepts MP’s Choice to Leave Liberal Caucus Amid Meddling Allegations

Trudeau Says He Accepts MP’s Choice to Leave Liberal Caucus Amid Meddling Allegations
Han Dong, now a federal MP, celebrates at a rally during his campaign as a provincial Liberal candidate in a Toronto-area riding, in Toronto on May 22, 2014. The Canadian Press/Nathan Denette
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he accepts Han Dong’s decision to leave the Liberal caucus after an allegation he spoke to a Chinese diplomat about delaying the release of two Canadians.

Trudeau sidestepped a question Friday about whether he believes the allegation, saying only that Canadians should watch Dong’s “strong” speech for themselves.