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Pauline Hanson’s One Nation Surges Amid Immigration Debate

2/26/2026

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Pauline Hanson, an Australian politician with an anti-immigration stance, has gained polling support for One Nation, reaching nearly 25%.
Despite criticism of her views, One Nation's support has surged as dissatisfaction with mainstream parties grows over housing and living costs.
A December attack by two gunmen linked to Islamic State, identified as an immigrant and his Australian-born son, who attacked a Jewish celebration, has fueled Hanson's narrative.

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Pauline Hanson, an Australian politician with an anti-immigration stance, has gained polling support for One Nation, reaching nearly 25%.
Despite criticism of her views, One Nation's support has surged as dissatisfaction with mainstream parties grows over housing and living costs.
A December attack by two gunmen linked to Islamic State, identified as an immigrant and his Australian-born son, who attacked a Jewish celebration, has fueled Hanson's narrative.