How views of Pierre Trudeau led RCMP to provide first close security for an ex-PM
OTTAWA – With threats against Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spiking in recent years, newly released historical records reveal the security concerns the RCMP had when his father was getting ready to leave office.
Pierre Trudeau retired in 1984 after serving as prime minister for two stints adding up to 15 years. He had been first elected in 1968.
As Trudeau prepared to retire, records show that security officials did not see any current threats against him — but that they believed his track record could invite future ones.
Deservedly the most hated PM ever …
40 man protection detail the largest in #Canadian history for the worst Prime Minister in Canadian history #JustinTrudeau
Speaks volumes ! pic.twitter.com/m9pp7SGoWL— truthseeker (@chaosismygoal) April 16, 2023
