Topic: Yaroslav Hunka

2 chapters across the catalog

Best Clips of The Day
Episode 1767 48:43 - 51:04

1767: Best Clips of The Day

Justin Trudeau, Nazi Apology and Gender Identity

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issues an unreserved apology for the recognition of a former Nazi soldier in Parliament. During the apology, Trudeau lists various groups allegedly targeted by the Nazis, including "2SLGBTQI+ plus" and "two-spirit" people. The hosts question the historical accuracy of including modern gender identity terminology in a Holocaust context.

Gene Jock
Episode 1594

1594: Gene Jock

Canadian Parliament Nazi Standing Ovation and Anthony Rota Resignation

The Canadian Parliament faced international backlash after Speaker Anthony Rota invited 98-year-old Yaroslav Hunka, a former member of a Nazi Waffen-SS unit, to a speech by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Rota resigned following the incident, while Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued multiple apologies to Jewish, Polish, and LGBTQ+ communities. Critics noted the irony of Trudeau blaming Russian disinformation for the scandal while the event was broadcast globally.