Quebec premier reaffirms trust in minister despite mounting criticism
Thursday, May 22, 2025, 1:21 pm
Facing allegations of conflict of interest, Quebec Premier Legault has reiterated his confidence in Minister Andrée Laforest. The reaffirmation, coming amid fierce opposition critique, leaves political pundits chuckling at the enduring loyalty in bureaucratic corridors.
L’opposition accuse la ministre des Affaires municipales de s’être placée en conflit d’intérêts.
Après avoir passé son tour mercredi, le premier ministre François Legault a finalement réitéré sa confiance jeudi envers sa ministre des Affaires municipales, Andrée Laforest, embourbée dans une controverse.
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