Civilian accused in Project South faced prior charges as alleged gambling enforcer

OTTAWA — Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu announced her decision to cross the floor to the Liberals on Wednesday, becoming the fourth Conservative to cross to the governing party in recent months. “This past year has been like no other that Canada has ever faced, and I’ve heard clearly from constituents that you want serious leadership and a real plan to bring a stronger and more independent Canadian economy,” said Gladu, in a statement. “That is why I have decided to join Prime Minister Mark Carney and Canada’s new government as the newest member of his caucus.” In a statement on...