Sir Trevor Mallard, New Zealand’s ambassador to Ireland, faces a High Court case brought by an 11-year-old girl claiming that his actions during anti-mandate protests—soaking protesters with water and playing disliked songs—caused her mental anguish and degradation. The case, seeking $40,000 in damages, is set for hearing on July 7 and is part of broader legal challenges concerning rights breaches during the pandemic.
Explain It To Me Like I’m 5:
Sir Trevor Mallard is being taken to court by a girl because he played her favorite songs really loud and sprayed water on her during a protest, which made her feel sad and embarrassed.
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