The article discusses the ongoing sexual assault trial of Toronto city councillor Michael Thompson, who is facing two counts of sexual assault related to incidents involving two women over the Canada Day weekend in 2022. During testimony, one woman described how intoxication and isolation at a cottage led to her alleged assault by Thompson after he ignored her verbal refusals. The trial has drawn attention given Thompson's political position and the serious nature of the allegations he faces, which he has denied.
The complainant described how after a day of heavy drinking, Thompson allegedly forced himself on her, ignoring her pleas not to proceed with sexual activity.
Testifying in court, the complainant recounted being taken to a downstairs bedroom by Thompson, where he initiated unwanted sexual advances despite her objections.
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