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A massive data leak exposing personal info of nearly three million Albertans has ignited a legal firestorm, with a class action lawsuit blaming the provincial government, Elections Alberta, and the Republican Party for failing to secure sensitive voter data. The breach, traced to a separatist group’s website, allegedly stemmed from the Republican Party’s possession of the list — despite legal restrictions on sharing it. The separatist leader is also named in the suit, accused of knowing the risks. While still in early stages, the case has triggered investigations by the RCMP, Elections Alberta, and the privacy watchdog, with no official statements yet from key parties. This incident underscores the urgent need for stronger data protection measures in handling official records.

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