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Five things to know about the crisis that could unseat the Quebec Liberal leader
About 20 donors were reimbursed $500 each at an April event, violating Quebec's Election Act, prompting a criminal probe by the anti-corruption squad UPAC.
- Quebec Liberal Leader Pablo Rodriguez is under scrutiny as allegations arise regarding his leadership campaign's fundraising practices, with reports of donors receiving cash reimbursements for their contributions.
- Rodriguez's campaign revealed that about 20 donors received $500 checks back, stating they were unaware of this unethical action taken without authorization.
- Rodriguez has insisted he will stay as leader despite calls for his resignation from some party members, claiming ongoing inquiries are damaging the party.
- Quebec's anti-corruption police have confirmed they are investigating the Liberal Party amid allegations of questionable fundraising and campaign practices.
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The Liberal Party of Quebec will likely have to find a new leader to lead it in the next general election in 2026.
·Montreal, Canada
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Liberals expect the leader to announce his departure by the end of the day.
·Montreal, Canada
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Five things to know about the crisis that could unseat the Quebec Liberal leader
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Le Journal de Quebec
Le Journal de QuebecAgain on the defensive because of allegations of money envelopes offered to donors during his leadership campaign
·Montreal, Canada
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Despite new revelations about illegal financing practices that would have taken place during his leadership race, the leader of the Liberal Party of Quebec (PLQ), Pablo Rodriguez, is hanging up. He claims that he was not aware of and complains to the Permanent Anti-Corruption Unit (UPAC) and the Chief Electoral Officer of Quebec (DGEQ).
·Montreal, Canada
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Total News Sources30
Leaning Left20Leaning Right0Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution83% Left
Bias Distribution
- 83% of the sources lean Left
83% Left
L 83%
C 17%
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