Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew apologized for comments criticizing defense lawyer Mark Wasyliw.

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew has apologized to defense lawyers after comments made during the removal of caucus member Mark Wasyliw, a criminal defense attorney. Wasyliw was ousted due to his colleague's ties to disgraced fashion mogul Peter Nygard. Kinew acknowledged the backlash from legal groups highlighting the essential role of defense lawyers in ensuring legal representation and admitted he should have prioritized the justice system's independence.

October 02, 2024
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