Commissioner Says Ford Has Overstated Privilege in Attempt to Avoid Testifying at Emergencies Act Inquiry

Commissioner Says Ford Has Overstated Privilege in Attempt to Avoid Testifying at Emergencies Act Inquiry
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau looks on as Ontario Premier Doug Ford responds to a question following an announcement in Ottawa on Oct. 17, 2022. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld
Marnie Cathcart
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The commissioner presiding over the public inquiry into the use of the Emergencies Act has filed court documents suggesting Ontario Premier Doug Ford has overstated the extent of the privilege he has as a politician in order to avoid testifying.

A federal court will hear both sides in the dispute on Nov. 1.