Australian Senator Jordon Steele-John denies allegations of misconduct. He claims political motivations behind the accusations.
Senator Jordon Steele-John denies recent claims of misconduct toward women. The Australian Greens politician calls the accusations part of a nasty political game.
Last Thursday, Greens leader David Shoebridge announced that the senator took leave. A letter from seven party members prompted this move. It contained multiple allegations spanning from 2017 to 2025.
However, the 32-year-old senator denies these claims on social media. He also states he is not currently on leave. He notes that police investigated a sexual assault claim and dropped it without charges.
Next, an internal party investigation began regarding these matters. The senator has served in the Senate for Western Australia since 2017. He uses a wheelchair and has cerebral palsy.
Also, Steele-John addressed a nickname he uses. He says "Feels on wheels" once described his passion for disability rights. He claims it now has a negative meaning regarding his conduct.
Furthermore, he criticized how David Shoebridge handled the situation. He suggests the timing of the letter is suspicious. He believes it relates to upcoming internal party election timelines.
Meanwhile, reports surfaced about a 47-page document created years ago. This file detailed past allegations against the senator. It also outlined plans for managing potential media attention.
Still, Steele-John defends the document's existence. He says it protected the privacy of two women involved. He claims those individuals never filed formal complaints against him.
Finally, the senator promises to work on transparency. He admits these claims hurt public trust. He wants to rebuild his reputation through accountability.
As a result, the party referred the entire matter to the Independent Parliamentary Standards Commission. This body will now review the claims further.