I think a lot of fair-minded Canadians have this question in mind, Mr. Minister. I ask this open-heartedly. It appears as a contradiction. On February 19, when you testified to this committee, you said you were “as shocked as everyone” by the allegations of sexual misconduct by defence chief General Vance. We've been told by Gary Walbourne that on March 1, 2018, he told you about them.
I'd like to maintain in my mind that you're both honest men, and I would love you to explain what appears to be a contradiction.