Andrew Hastie to get extra security, citing One Nation campaign against him
Liberal frontbencher Andrew Hastie has been granted additional security following threats linked to his involvement in the Ben Roberts-Smith war crimes case. Hastie attributes the increased risk to an online campaign led by the One Nation party.
Why it matters
This incident underscores the growing intersection of political polarization, legal proceedings regarding war crimes, and the safety of public officials.
Liberal frontbencher Andrew Hastie will receive additional security due to an apparent higher risk he attributes to his stance on charges against alleged war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAP View image in fullscreen Liberal frontbencher Andrew Hastie will receive additional security due to an apparent higher risk he attributes to his stance on charges against alleged war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAP Andrew Hastie Andrew Hastie to get extra security, citing One Nation campaign against him Hastie tells colleagues home affairs minister did not disclose the threats made against him, but he has been targeted online for his views on Ben Roberts-Smith
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