Chinese interference allegations escalate
Toronto-area MP Han Dong is denying allegations that he worked against the release of \u2018the two Michaels\u2019 in 2021. \n\nHis denial comes in the wake of a story from Global News that alleges Dong advised a senior Chinese diplomat in Toronto to delay the release of Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor, two Canadians being held in Chinese detention. Meanwhile, calls for a public inquiry into foreign election interference grow louder. \n\nToday, CBC\u2019s chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton brings us up to speed on the latest escalation in allegations of Chinese government interference in Canadian affairs.\n\nFor transcripts of this series, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts