Recap: Justin Trudeau’s interference inquiry testimony [Video]

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau testified for the second time as part of the federal inquiry into foreign interference.

The prime minister’s Wednesday appearance was part of the second phase of the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions.

• Meddling did not affect the overall outcome of Canada’s 2019 and 2021 elections: first inquiry report 

The second phase of the public inquiry is focused on the federal government’s capacity and capabilities to “detect, deter and counter” foreign interference targeting Canada’s democratic and electoral processes, as well as the experiences of diaspora communities.

Trudeau was the last witness to take the stand, following secondary testimony from top government officials and cabinet ministers in recent days. This more forward-looking portion of the probe is meant to help Canada shore up its democratic processes against future threats as the next federal election approaches.

• Justin Trudeau’s first round of testimony …