The 2019 BC Budget is out to the luke-warmest of receptions. Meanwhile at LAMC, Speaker Darryl Plecas straight out calls the Clerk and Sergeant-at-Arms liars. And in the ongoing l’affaire SNC, Gerald Butts is out as Trudeau’s principal secretary.

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Segment 1: Carole James’ balancing act

* BC Budget 2019

Segment 2: Plecas Strikes Backat 16m10s

* Additional LAMC documents out* Report of Speaker Darryl Plecas to the House Leaders and LAMC in reply to the responses of Mr James and Mr Lenz* Independent judge to review legislature for misconduct

Segment 3: Butting out of the PM’s businessat 35m36s

* Trudeau reviewed SNC Lavalin options* Gerald Butts resigns* Jody Wilson-Raybould addresses cabinet* PCO Clerk and new Justice Minister speak to Justice Committee* Wilson-Raybould’s short speech gets standing ovation from opposition

Quick takesat 46m36s

* United We Roll convoy* Senator David Tkachuk calls for convoy to “roll over” Liberals* Some other less than exemplary people at the rally* Sexual assault allegations against Gordon Campbell under investigation* Andrew Weaver introduces term limits bill* BC Health Minister rules out mandatory vaccinations

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Carry on, Premier Horgan. Your excellent taste is a clear indicator that you’d enjoy a prosperous career in Starfleet. 🖖🏻🇨🇦— Kate Mulgrew (@TheKateMulgrew) February 21, 2019