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N.S. Justice Minister Brad Johns resigns from cabinet

Brad Johns, Nova Scotia Justice Minister, resigned after downplaying the seriousness of domestic violence, leading to Premier Tim Houston accepting his resignation.
Johns dismissed domestic violence as an epidemic in Nova Scotia, prompting calls for his resignation from various organizations and political leaders.
The government of Nova Scotia emphasized a strong stance against domestic violence, with the resignation sparking discussions about the issue's severity.

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CTV News

Nova Scotia justice minister resigns following domestic violence comments

Nova Scotia Justice Minister Brad Johns has resigned, according to a short statement from Premier Tim Houston on Friday evening.

13 days ago·Canada

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CBC News

N.S. justice minister resigns after controversial comments on domestic violence

Nova Scotia Justice Minister Brad Johns stepped down from his cabinet post Friday, a day after he outraged survivor advocacy groups by saying he doesn't believe domestic violence is an epidemic.

13 days ago·Canada

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Global News

N.S. justice minister resigns after saying domestic violence not an epidemic

Brad Johns made the controversial comments while responding to a reporter’s question on the inquiry into the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting,

13 days ago·Toronto, Canada

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The Toronto Star

Nova Scotia justice minister steps down after domestic violence comments

HALIFAX - Nova Scotia Justice Minister Brad Johns has resigned, one day after he made comments downplaying the severity of domestic violence.

13 days ago·Toronto, Canada

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Coast Reporter

Nova Scotia justice minister steps down after domestic violence comments

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia Justice Minister Brad Johns resigned Friday evening, one day after he made comments downplaying the severity of domestic violence.

13 days ago·Sechelt, Canada

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