sports
MLS commissioner’s X account called British Columbia premier a ‘liar’ in deleted post
Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber said his X account was “compromised” on Wednesday evening, a statement offered after a post on his account called British Columbia Premier David Eby a “liar” earlier in the day.
TL;DR
- MLS Commissioner Don Garber's X account posted a deleted tweet calling BC Premier David Eby a "liar."
- Garber later claimed his account was "compromised" and the issue has been resolved.
- The incident is linked to the Vancouver Whitecaps' relocation controversy and financial disputes with BC Place stadium.
- Whitecaps ownership claims an agreement with BC Place is not economically viable, despite renegotiations.
- The club is exploring options including a potential move and a soccer-specific stadium, the latter facing challenges.
- Garber was in Vancouver for FIFA's congress and had engaged with local leaders regarding the Whitecaps' situation.