Interference Inquiry Questions Liberal, Conservative Executives About Party Membership Concerns

Commissioner Justice Marie-Josee Hogue makes her way on stage to deliver remarks on the interim report following its release at the Public Inquiry Into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions, in Ottawa on May 3, 2024. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld

Liberal and Conservative executives defended their parties’ rules and procedures at the Foreign Interference Commission on Sept. 20, saying they adequately protect against meddling by foreign actors.

Liberal Party national director Azam Ishmael and Conservative Party executive director Mike Crase responded to questions as they were presented with intelligence reports raising interference concerns.