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Carney stands by controversial floor-crosser as protests grow

Mass protests, “traitor” signs, and China controversy follow Liberal defector Michael Ma — but Carney isn’t backing down. Toronto Sun columnist Brian Lilley joins Marc Patrone to discuss.

Straight Up with Marc Patrone
Mar 31, 2026
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Liberal MP Michael Ma is facing mounting backlash after controversial comments casting doubt on reports of forced labour in China — and now the fallout is hitting Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Protesters confronted Carney’s motorcade in Markham, while residents who once voted Conservative are calling Ma a “traitor” and demanding…

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