Politics

Canada’s Speaker Steps Down After Inviting Nazi Veteran to Parliament

‘PROFOUND REGRET’

Yaroslav Hunka, received a standing ovation after Speaker Rota referred to him as a “hero.”

Alex Nguyen
Alex Nguyen 

Breaking News Intern

Speaker of the House of Commons Anthony Rota speaks during Question Period on Parliament Hill
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Alex Nguyen

Alex Nguyen

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