David Speirs Denies Video Allegations

A controversial video allegedly showing former South Australian Liberal Party leader David Speirs snorting white powder has surfaced, prompting Speirs to vehemently deny its authenticity, claiming it could be a deepfake. The footage, recorded in his home on June 30, features a man resembling Speirs using a rolled-up bill to ingest a substance from a plate. Speirs, who resigned from his leadership position in August, stated he was overseas during the time the video was taken and expressed shock and disappointment at the allegations. Liberal leader Vincent Tarzia emphasized that if the video is fake, it should be reported to the authorities, while Premier Peter Malinauskas described deepfakes as a serious threat to democracy. The media outlets involved have not claimed any illegal activity by Speirs. As the situation unfolds, Speirs has reaffirmed his commitment against using illicit substances.