One person a week charged with threatening politicians

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One person a week charged with threatening politicians. (2026, October 20). The Sydney Morning Herald. https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/one-person-a-week-charged-with-threatening-politicians-20261021-p617dw.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett reported that one person per week is being charged for threatening federal politicians in Australia. The commissioner highlighted growing concerns over politician safety due to increasing incidents of online abuse directed at them.

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AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett reported in October 2026 that one person is being charged each week for threatening federal politicians, reflecting growing concerns among both politicians and law enforcement about safety and online abuse against elected officials. According to Barrett, federal politicians are increasingly worried about their personal security, while police express concern over the volume of abusive content directed at them online.

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