B.C. Conservatives drop candidate after offensive social media posts

The B.C. Conservatives ousted Joachim Agou from his candidacy for Victoria-Beacon Hill following revelations of deeply offensive and racist social media posts. Party leader Lorne Doerkson condemned Agou's actions, emphasizing there's no justification for such behavior. This move comes after pressure from the B.C. NDP, which had previously called for his dismissal due to the severity of his posts. This incident underscores the growing scrutiny political candidates face regarding their social media conduct and the serious implications it can have on their campaigns.