The minister’s resignation was subsequent to anonymous allegations of obstruction of justice by PMO officials published in the Globe and Mail. Was there overt political pressure? However, her refusal to deny the story was interpreted as an unwillingness to support the prime minister. In the end, she resigned a day after meeting the prime minister, who, obviously uncomfortable, suggested the situation was her responsibility. Political damage has been strewn everywhere.

Source: thestar February 17, 2019 11:37 UTC