Rustad pens letter accusing Independent MLAs of blackmailing Conservatives

Rustad pens letter accusing Independent MLAs of blackmailing Conservatives

June 17, 2025 7:33 am PST.

British Columbia Conservative Leader John Rustad is accusing a group of legislators who split from the party of blackmailing its members and staff in a bid to take over and divide the Opposition. Jack Rabb has the details.

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