# Nenshi confronts Smith over leaked texts suggesting guidance to separatists

https://mins.news/en/video/121249

- Global News, 2026-10-29 17:45 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53KFoO6z3MA

> Alberta NDP opposition leader Naheed Nenshi asked Premier Danielle Smith on Wednesday whether she coordinated with separatist leaders before the referendum vote. Smith said referendum legislation was amended shortly after the April 2025 federal election, while regulations were still being written and people asked her about petition rules.

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