Trudeau Condemns ‘Angry Mob’ for Throwing Gravel at Campaign Rally

Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau makes a campaign stop during the Canadian federal election campaign in Montreal on Sept. 7, 2021. The Canadian Press/Nathan Denette

Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau condemned “angry mobs” after being hit with a handful of gravel while campaigning in London, Ontario on Labour Day.

Trudeau was boarding his campaign bus to leave the event when he was surrounded by protesters yelling insults. Gravel and debris were thrown at the party leader, while the RCMP security detail attempted to shield Trudeau.