Lidia Thorpe alleges she was 'sexually assaulted' by Liberal senator David Van – a claim he brands 'disgusting'
- Written by Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
Crossbench senator Lidia Thorpe has accused Victorian Liberal senator David Van of sexually assaulting her – a claim he immediately branded disgusting and untrue.
Government sources on Wednesday night said Thorpe’s claim was serious and should be “referred appropriately”, offering support to her.
Thorpe’s allegation,...
