Andrew Hastie threatens One Nation with ‘costly’ fight over claims he is a ‘traitor’ to Australia
Liberal MP says One Nation is trying to unseat him because he gave evidence against Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith Andrew Hastie has threatened Pauline Hanson and One Nation strategist James Ashby with a “costly” fight over claims he is a traitor to Australia, labelling his critics “cowards” who don’t believe in the rule of law. In some of the Liberal MP’s strongest comments yet about…
Liberal MP Andrew Hastie has vowed a "costly" showdown with One Nation over allegations he is a "traitor" to Australia following claims he testified against war hero Ben Roberts-Smith. The Liberal MP accused One Nation strategist James Ashby and leader Pauline Hanson of "cowardice" for attacking his service record and loyalty to the nation.
Hastie defended his military career, serving twice in combat operations in Afghanistan, and labeled the One Nation claims as slander. He warned that if the insurgent party persisted in its attacks, he would respond with legal action that would be "very costly in time, money, and political capital." The recent state election in Western Australia, where One Nation won, has raised concerns about the party's chances in the federal election due in 2028.
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