Controversy Surrounds Ben Roberts-Smith Rally as One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson Weighs in A dramatic rally in support of former Australian soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has sparked heated debate, with One Nation leader Pauline Hanson drawing parallels between his prosecution for alleged war crimes and her own high-profile run-in with the law. Speaking at the event, Hanson expressed her admiration for Roberts-Smith, who is currently facing serious allegations of misconduct during his time in Afghanistan. The former soldier's case has garnered widespread attention, with many calling for accountability and justice for any potential wrongdoing. Meanwhile, Hanson's comments have raised eyebrows, given her own past experience with electoral fraud, which was later overturned, and have sparked questions about her motives and stance on the matter.
Hanson compares former soldier’s prosecution for war crimes to her 2003 jailing for electoral fraud, which was later overturnedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe One Nation leader, Pauline Hanson, told a rally in support of Ben Roberts-Smith that the former soldier accused of war crimes is a person “I respect and I admire”, before its organiser called for “an army of civilians” to support him.About 100 supporters gathered in Rocks Riverside Park in Seventeen Mile Rocks in southern Brisbane on Sunday. Continue reading...
