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Australian court upholds racial discrimination ruling against Pauline Hanson

BBC News·July 27, 2026
Australian court upholds racial discrimination ruling against Pauline Hanson

Pauline Hanson, leader of the One Nation party, has lost her appeal to overturn a ruling that found her guilty of racial discrimination against Senator Mehreen Faruqi. The Australian court upheld the original decision, confirming that Hanson's actions constituted racial discrimination. Hanson had attempted to overturn the ruling, but the court rejected her bid, solidifying the initial verdict. The outcome is a significant defeat for Hanson, who has been a prominent figure in Australian politics.

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