Carney Says ‘No Merit’ to US Embassy Suggestion His Government May Be Meddling in Midterms
Prime Minister Mark Carney is dismissing American allegations of Canadian interference in U.S. politics ahead of November’s midterm elections, saying there is “no merit” to such claims. Members of President Donald Trump’s administration, including U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra, have alleged that Canadian politicians could potentially be meddling in their neighbour’s democratic proceedings. Carney addressed the accusations during an Oct. 23 press conference in Istanbul, Turkey.
TL;DR
- Prime Minister Mark Carney denies allegations of Canadian interference in U.S. elections.
- The allegations were made by members of President Donald Trump's administration, including U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra.
- Carney stated there is "no merit" to the claims.
- He expressed disappointment in the U.S. envoy's role in making such suggestions.
- The comments were made during an Oct. 23 press conference in Istanbul, Turkey.