RCMP union raises concerns Liberals' proposed financial crime agency will hurt Mounties

The union representing the RCMP is expressing significant concerns that the Liberal government's proposal to establish a new financial crime enforcement agency could further strain an already overburdened force. The union head argues that this initiative might divert resources and focus away from the RCMP, potentially compromising their ability to handle existing duties. This move comes amid broader debates about the allocation of resources in law enforcement, highlighting the tension between specialized agencies and the generalist approach of the RCMP. The implications could reshape how financial crimes are investigated in Canada, with potential ramifications for both the RCMP's operational capacity and the government's law enforcement strategy.