Mercedes Stephenson

X has been a great source of news tips often via DM. I’m heading off on parental leave soon, as baby will arrive in the not so distant future. I’m thrilled to share that @davidakin will be Acting Bureau Chief during my time with Bebe. He starts tomorrow. I’m around for a little…

Lich and Barber sentencing will take place this week. There’s no question it was serious, and they have spent three years showing the opposite of remorse for what they did to the people of Ottawa, but an 8 year sentence is ridiculous. IMO no custody for Lich; 6 months for Barber.

Our latest: Public safety minister defends letters supporting terror group ‘member’ as routine - National | Globalnews.ca globalnews.ca/news/11296843/… @StewGlobal @JeffSempleGN

Crown withdraws terrorism allegations against Yemeni man arrested in Toronto area | Globalnews.ca globalnews.ca/news/11293068/… from our @StewGlobal

Prime Minister Carney says he still has confidence in public safety minister - National | Globalnews.ca globalnews.ca/news/11291046/… via @StewGlobal @JeffSempleGN and I

Prime Minister Mark Carney defends his Public Safety Minister, saying the Minister was transparent about the details of the situation and retains his confidence. Global News obtained the details from Federal Court documents. It’s not clear if the PM knew about this when he…

Prime Minister Carney points to crime guns coming from the U.S. as his primary concern on firearms - consistent with what Canadian police chiefs say is the big problem. PM Trudeau tended to focus on domestic guns and gun control. Will be interesting to see what happens with the…

For the second day in a row the Prime Minister's Office has told us "no comment" when asked about this story, whether PM Carney was aware of these letters, and if he continues to support his Minister of Public Safety.

Before joining cabinet, public safety minister wrote immigration support letters for terror group ‘member’ | Globalnews.ca globalnews.ca/news/11287613/…

Canada set up a $50M vaccine injury program. Those harmed say it’s failing them - National | Globalnews.ca globalnews.ca/news/11247648/…

Temporary ground stop at multiple major Canadian airports after bomb threats made.

The U.S. has bombed Iranian nuclear facilities tonight, according to President Donald Trump. Tomorrow morning on The West Block we will sit down with Israel’s Deputy Foreign Minister to discuss the situation with Iran and what comes next.

Best 'Product Review' EVER! Too cute! 🥰

After decades of performing for one of the NFL’s most valuable franchises while earning less-than-glamorous wages, the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders have secured a 400% pay raise. nbcnews.com/pop-culture/po…

Armed guards, no biking and exit strategies: Jagmeet Singh’s life under RCMP protection - National | Globalnews.ca globalnews.ca/news/11248198/…

I have just spoken with Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian. My first message was to demand the immediate release of our compatriots, Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, who have been held hostages by the Iranian regime in unacceptable conditions for over three years.…

My favourite show ever. I remember when I wasn’t allowed to watch it at first as a kid. My parents later realized it was just fine and relented.

LAPD issues dispersal order downtown, fires tear gas and rubber bullets latimes.com/california/liv…