Lidia Thorpe Suspended from Australian Parliament

Independent senator Lidia Thorpe was suspended from the Australian Parliament for disorderly conduct after throwing papers at Pauline Hanson during a heated debate over racism. The motion to suspend her, led by Labor Senate leader Penny Wong, received overwhelming support from the government, coalition, and other senators, passing 46-11. Thorpe's actions followed her accusation of Hanson as a 'convicted racist' and tearing up documents concerning fellow senator Fatima Payman's eligibility. Despite her suspension, Thorpe returned to the Senate the following day, shouting messages regarding Palestine before leaving. Senators, including Hanson, emphasized the need for a safe and respectful parliamentary environment, while the Greens defended their opposition to the suspension, questioning its proportionality. The incident highlights ongoing tensions within the Senate regarding behavior and representation.