The Conservative party said they will discuss further details of an independent public inquiry once the government announces one.
Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc laid out his expectations on Saturday, less than 24 hours after the former governor-general tasked with probing foreign interference in recent federal elections announced his resignation from his post as special rapporteur.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was absent from Ottawa Saturday due to a surprise visit to Ukraine. But LeBlanc said Trudeau had formally asked him to consult experts and opposition parties on the next steps, whether those involve continuing the work Johnston started or holding a public inquiry as opposition members have long been demanding.
New Democrat Leader Jagmeet Singh didn't say if he was willing to work with opposition parties to come up with a solution, but praised the Liberal government for finally hearing the parties' demand for a public inquiry. He referenced the confidence and supply agreement both parties have struck until 2025. The arrangement helps the Liberals retain power until then but is not a coalition because New Democrats do not have seats at the cabinet table and are not expected to align on legislation — even if they are not confidence votes.
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