The sentencing hearing for 'Freedom Convoy' leaders Tamara Lich and Chris Barber has begun in Ottawa, months after their conviction on mischief charges related to the 2022 anti-COVID mandate protests.
Crown prosecutors are seeking lengthy prison terms—seven years for Lich and eight for Barber—sparking intense debate and criticism from Conservative MPs and party leader Pierre Poilievre, who argue the sentences are excessive and politically motivated. Supporters of the organizers claim they are being treated as political prisoners, while others insist harsh punishment is warranted. The case has become a flashpoint in Canadian politics, highlighting deep divisions over the protests and the government's response.
The judge's decision is highly anticipated and could set a precedent for how protest-related offenses are handled in Canada.
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