One Nation’s Warren Pickering admits to illegal drug use and says he is ‘no angel’ in extraordinary press conference
Summary
Warren Pickering, leader of Victoria's One Nation party, admitted to using illegal drugs in his 20s and losing his driver’s license several times due to drink driving. He denied claims of using crystal meth in front of children and is considering legal action against The Australian newspaper over those reports.Key Facts
- Warren Pickering admitted to using ecstasy, methamphetamine, speed, and marijuana as a young man.
- He denied using or smoking crystal meth (ice) in front of children.
- Pickering lost his driver’s license three times because of drink driving incidents.
- He said his past actions hurt people he cared about and that he has since changed his life.
- Pickering joined the Australian Defence Force, which gave him a sense of purpose.
- The press conference excluded reporters from Guardian Australia and ABC, while The Australian was allowed to attend.
- Pickering is seeking legal advice about possible defamation suits related to stories published about him.
- James Ashby, One Nation’s national director, explained a note about "sexual deviance" mentioned in the media relates to Pickering’s open relationship and exploration of his sexuality.
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