The controversy over responsibility for Chrétien's legal fees also proved another potentially divisive issue; many of Martin's ministers wanted to deny Chrétien further federal aid while such a position would anger many Chrétien loyalists.
The controversy over responsibility for Chrétien's legal fees also proved another potentially divisive issue. Many of Martin's ministers wanted to deny Chrétien and his supporters further federal aid, as it would be criticized by opposition parties and the public alike, though such a position would anger many Chrétien loyalists.