Mr. Speaker, the Prime Minister was not aware of the payment until last week after it was reported in the media, and neither was his current chief of staff.
In the House of Commons on May 21st, 2013. See this statement in context.
In the House of Commons on May 21st, 2013. See this statement in context.
John Baird ConservativeMinister of Foreign Affairs
Mr. Speaker, the Prime Minister was not aware of the payment until last week after it was reported in the media, and neither was his current chief of staff.
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