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flag Canadian politicians face escalating threats, with Justin Trudeau receiving 212 threats in 2024 alone.

flag In the 25 years since Prime Minister Jean Chrétien was hit with a pie, the threat level against Canadian politicians has surged. flag The Privy Council Office reports a significant increase in threats, with 311 threats directed at the Prime Minister and cabinet in 2024, compared to 40 in 2021. flag Justin Trudeau alone faced 212 threats in 2024. flag This escalation has prompted the RCMP to enhance security measures, including investigating online threats more closely and considering new laws to better protect elected officials. flag The rise in threats, particularly against diverse groups like women and the LGBTQ2+ community, has raised concerns over the safety of politicians and the health of Canadian democracy.

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