Is Lidia Thorpe’s Senate seat at risk? Here’s everything you need to know

Opposition seeks legal counsel over Senator Lidia Thorpe’s admission of mispronouncing ‘heirs’ as ‘hairs’ during oath of allegiance. Questions raised about potential breach of parliamentary oath and eligibility to sit in Senate under section 42 of the constitution. Thorpe’s seat may be in danger, as she previously had to redo her oath after referring to the “colonising Queen”. Opposition examining options and seeking legal opinions on implications of Thorpe’s admission. Thorpe has rejected calls to resign, stating “No-one can kick me out”. Senate may require Thorpe to make an official statement regarding the matter.

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