It was section 9, Mr. Wernick. During your testimony, you clearly stated that the minister experienced lawful advocacy. However, the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner concluded the opposite.
The purpose of this study is to shed light on the RCMP’s decision to prematurely end its criminal investigation of the Prime Minister. The Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner question do. Regarding the SNC‑Lavalin investigation, you said earlier that the RCMP did not question you about the Prime Minister’s criminal involvement in the matter.
During your testimony, you said the following:As has the former minister, I have sought legal advice about what I can and cannot say today, and I’ve been advised not to opine on the minister’s reasoning or state of mind, because some of the issues are or will be before the courts.
Since the RCMP decided to end its investigation, I would like you to tell us which points you were unable to reveal at the time.