Pauline Hanson backs One Nation’s Victorian leader, Warren Pickering, after allegations from his former partner that Pickering used heavy illicit drugs during their relationship. Multiple outlets report that Hanson publicly supports Pickering and disputes or contextualises the claims, presenting her stance as personal endorsement within the party.
Several stories also describe Hanson’s interview on News24 with Chris Kenny, which outlets characterise as confrontational or “off the rails.” In that exchange, Hanson defends Pickering and argues that drug use is common, saying “Who in this country has not tried drugs?” She also says she views Pickering as a “man of conviction” and expresses belief in redemption.
While the core allegation and Hanson’s backing are consistent across reports, outlets vary in emphasis: some focus on the support decision following the relationship-based claims, while others concentrate on the heated television interview language and her justification for standing by Pickering. The reports do not show a resolution of the allegations, with the matter framed primarily as disputed personal history and public defence by party leadership.
