One Nation’s Warren Pickering admits to illegal drug use and says he is ‘no angel’ in extraordinary press conference

Victorian One Nation leader Warren Pickering has admitted to using ecstasy, methamphetamines, and marijuana during his 20s, as well as losing his driver's license multiple times for drink driving. In a press conference, Pickering admitted that his actions "hurt people I loved, and I will live with that forever." However, he denied claims by his ex-partner, published by The Australian, that he smoked ice in front of children and stated he was considering legal action against the publication. The Guardian Australia and the ABC were barred from attending the press conference.

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