Leaked call reveals Danielle Smith discussed COVID charges 'almost weekly' with justice officials

In a leaked call released by the NDP, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is heard speaking with Artur Pawlowski, a Calgary pastor facing a criminal trial on pandemic-related charges. In the call, which took place in early January, Smith promises she will again discuss his case with justice officials, beyond the earlier conversations she'd already had with them about COVID-related prosecutions.

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