Discussions surrounding a public inquiry into foreign interference have extended into the summer, with House leaders taking a collaborative approach to address the issue. Prof. Alex Marland from Acadia University considers this shift in tone as a sign that political leaders are determined to make progress on the inquiry. Marland notes that all the political parties have recognized the seriousness of the situation and are now focused on finding a way to move forward. This change in tone comes after media reports claimed China had attempted to interfere in past federal elections, prompting opposition parties to push for a public inquiry. However, the discussions surrounding the inquiry became highly partisan and negative, and former governor general David Johnston resigned from his role as the special rapporteur on foreign interference. To alleviate tensions, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau assigned Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc to work with opposition parties. LeBlanc has been meeting with party House leaders to establish the terms of reference for the inquiry and choose a leader for it. The discussions have remained confidential, but the lack of negativity surrounding the process suggests that progress is being made. LeBlanc is eager to complete the inquiry and has been holding video meetings with party leaders, even while on vacation at his cottage. The government is currently in talks with sitting judges to determine the best person to lead the inquiry. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre emphasized the importance of maintaining a non-partisan process, and NDP representative Peter Julian expressed confidence that a public inquiry would be established by the end of the summer.
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