WA senator suing her former staffer over social media posts she believes damaged her reputationFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastSenator Linda Reynolds’ parents say their daughter was branded a monster during the political firestorm that followed Brittany Higgins’ accusations about a political cover-up of her alleged rape, a defamation trial has been told.The former defence minister is suing her former staffer Higgins over a series of social media posts containing alleged mistruths she believes damaged her reputation.Information and support for anyone affected by rape or sexual abuse issues is available from the following organisations. In Australia, support is available at 1800Respect (1800 737 732). In the UK, Rape Crisis offers support on 0808 500 2222. In the US, Rainn offers support on 800-656-4673. Other international helplines can be found at ibiblio.org/rcip/internl.html Continue reading…
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Author : Australian Associated Press
Publish date : 2024-08-14 23:40:36
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