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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Graeme Massie

Canada’s House of Commons speaker resigns over standing ovation for Nazi

AP

Canada’s Speaker of the House of Commons has resigned over his chamber invitation to a man who fought for the Nazis in the Second World War.

Anthony Rota announced he was stepping down from the position on Tuesday after meeting with leaders of all political parties following days of controversy.

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