

Politics! Carney calls for big cuts, army members' terrorism charges
24 snips Jul 14, 2025
David Pugliese, an Ottawa Citizen journalist covering the Canadian Armed Forces, shares alarming details about a Facebook group where military members exchanged misogynistic and racist content. He highlights critical issues of misconduct and extremism in the military. Yves Giroux, Canada's Parliamentary Budget Officer, then discusses Prime Minister Mark Carney's proposed cuts to government spending, analyzing the potential impact on public services. Together, they explore the intersection of military accountability and fiscal responsibility in Canadian politics.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Derogatory Military Facebook Group
- The Blue Hackle Mafia Facebook group involved military members sharing misogynistic, racist, and derogatory images and comments.
- Screenshots included photos of members in uniform posing naked and other inappropriate content, highlighting cultural issues in the regiment.
Military Culture Issues Persist
- Military culture problems persist despite publicized initiatives like Operation Honour.
- This suggests leadership may prioritize public relations over substantive cultural change.
Military Members Charged with Extremism
- The RCMP charged four men including two active Canadian Armed Forces members with terrorism-related offenses linked to an anti-government militia.
- Large weapons caches were seized, but details of the plot remain scarce, revealing early investigative stages.