She quit cabinet last month over the controversy.
last month, citing"lost confidence" in how the government has responded to allegations of political interference raised by Jody Wilson-Raybould.
During her testimony, Wilson-Raybould would not answer multiple questions asking if she had confidence in the prime minister.Philpott said the constitutional convention of cabinet solidarity, which demands ministers publicly defend all decisions reached around the table, made it"untenable" for her to stay on as a minister.there is"much more" to the controversy that Canadians deserve to know, despite"an attempt to shut down the story.
Ontario Liberal MPs will meet Tuesday to discuss removing both Wilson-Raybould and Philpott ahead of a wider caucus meeting set for Wednesday. Asked about the opinion expressed by some Liberal MPs that they can't trust her or Wilson-Raybould, Philpott said she hoped her colleagues know how hard she has worked to benefit Canadians on a range of issues.
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