Senator Disciplined and Excluded for Burqa with High Heels Protest
Pauline Hanson Banned from Parliament Until 2026 Australian senator Pauline Hanson has been suspended from parliament until 2026. This decision follows her protest in which she wore a burqa and high heels in the Senate chamber, aiming to challenge head-to-ankle coverings for Muslims. Despite the backlash, she remains unrepentant, insisting on her intent to “stand […]
Senator Wears Burqa in Parliament, Gets Suspended After Colleagues React Strongly
Senate Adjourns After Burqa Protest by Senator Hanson On Monday, Australia’s Senate was adjourned following a protest led by Senator Pauline Hanson, who appeared in the chamber wearing a burqa. The demonstration aimed to address the blocking of a bill that proposed banning burqas and other face coverings in public. In a statement on X, […]
Parliament chaos in Australia as Pauline Hanson dons burqa in the Senate
Chaos in Australian Parliament Over Burqa Protest Australia’s parliament was thrown into a frenzy on Monday when right-wing senator Pauline Hanson walked in wearing a burqa, stirring outrage among Muslim MPs and prompting a suspension of the session. Hanson, who donned the full face covering shortly after being denied permission to present a bill aiming […]
Lawmaker Suspended for ‘Clear Racism’ During Burqa Protest
Senate Session Interrupted by Burqa Protest The Australian Senate experienced an interruption lasting over an hour and a half on Monday when a lawmaker entered the chamber wearing a burqa to protest against Muslim dress. One Nation senator Pauline Hanson, who advocates for a nationwide prohibition on burqas and face coverings, faced accusations of “blatant […]
Portugal’s Parliament Approves Burqa Ban for Women’s Protection
Portugal Moves to Ban Burqas in Public Spaces Portugal is set to implement a ban on burqas worn for “sexual or religious motives,” with significant fines for those who do not comply. The bill, introduced by the Chega party, proposes that face veils be prohibited in most public areas, pending approval. Reuters has noted that […]