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Canadian Diplomats Banned From US Midterm Candidates
Canadian diplomats must avoid US midterm candidates to prevent Trump administration accusations of political interference.
In brief
Canadian diplomats must avoid US midterm candidates to prevent Trump administration accusations of political interference. Canada barred diplomats from meeting US midterm candidates to avoid Trump administration claims of political interference. Originally reported by Nationalpost.
Canadian Diplomats Restricted
Canadian diplomats working in the US must stay away from midterm election candidates to avoid Trump administration claims of political interference.
Restrictions Apply Until Nov 3
Canadian officials barred from meeting or being in the same room as midterm candidates unless given special permission until November 3.
Diplomats Allowed Other Business
Canadian diplomats can still conduct business with US elected officials not up for reelection but must avoid appearing with any elected officials in photos.
Diplomats Work in 12 US Cities
Nearly 500 Canadian diplomatic staff work in the US across 12 consulate offices in cities like Detroit, Los Angeles, Dallas, and Atlanta.
What to remember
Canada barred diplomats from meeting US midterm candidates to avoid Trump administration claims of political interference.
