An MP in Justin Trudeau’s party has resigned amid allegations he urged Chinese officials to delay the release of two imprisoned Canadians for political benefit. Han Dong, a lawmaker from the governing Liberal Party caucus who represents a district in Toronto, allegedly told Beijing’s general consul in early 2021 that the release of the two men should be delayed because an earlier release would benefit the opposition Conservative Party going into an election. Mr Dong’s resignation is the latest chapter in a growing scandal for the progressive prime minister involving allegations of Chinese meddling in Canada's elections.