Investigations have been opened into allegations of misconduct against the current and former Chiefs of Defence Staff. 

Even as the military tries to reckon with a checkered history on dealing with sexual abuse within the ranks, it is looking into claims against retired General John Vance and Admiral Art McDonald. 

Ottawa Citizen reporter David Pugliese, who covers defence and military issues, comes on to discuss the allegations, what could happen as a result of the investigations, and what this means for the military’s attempts to address abuse. 

Background reading: Hours before stepping down from top military job, defence chief vowed to get tough on sexual misconduct   Sexual misconduct allegations against Gen. Jon Vance show need for independent investigative body, committee hears

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