Doug Ford attacks judiciary over alleged overreach in Ontario

May 3, 2025, 7:20 am

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has sharply criticized the judiciary, accusing un-elected judges of overstepping by allegedly inventing rights on issues like bike lanes and drug dens. While some laud his forthright stance, critics warn that such rhetoric undermines judicial independence and could destabilize established checks and balances.

theglobeandmail.com / Doug Ford’s attack on Ontario judges should not be shrugged off

The Premier’s ‘rant’ is part of a dangerous attack on an independent judiciary

nationalpost.com / Adam Zivo: When unelected judges invent rights to bike lanes and drug dens, something’s wrong

Doug Ford’s criticism of judicial activism is perfectly warranted

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