Coun. Michael Thompson has resigned from Toronto's FIFA World Cup hosting committee as his ongoing sexual assault trial continues, with defence arguing for Crown prosecutor's removal.
During the trial, the first complainant testified about an incident where Thompson allegedly massaged her under her bathing suit after asking to apply sunscreen.
Thompson has pleaded not guilty to two counts of sexual assault stemming from incidents involving two women during Canada Day weekend of 2022.
Mayor Olivia Chow's office confirmed that Thompson informed her of his decision to step down, following previous resignations from city hall roles due to similar allegations.
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