Victorian One Nation Leader Admits to Past Drug Use

Warren Pickering, the leader of the Victorian One Nation party, has admitted to using illegal drugs in his 20s. In a press conference, he acknowledged using ecstasy, methamphetamines, and marijuana, as well as losing his driver's license multiple times for drink driving. He also admitted to hurting people he loved. However, he denied claims that he smoked ice in front of children, stating that he is considering legal action against the publication that made the allegations. The press conference was closed to certain media outlets, including Guardian Australia and the ABC. Pickering's admission comes as a surprise, given his party's conservative stance on social issues. The exact details of his past behavior remain unclear, as he did not provide further information during the press conference.