Major parties swap blame for One Nation's rise

Political tensions escalated as Labor and the Liberal Party traded accusations over the growing influence of One Nation in Australian politics. Labor Minister Murray Watt and Liberal MP Ted O'Brien engaged in a blame game, with each side claiming the other party's policies and messaging have contributed to the far-right party's electoral gains. The exchange reflects broader concerns among mainstream political parties about One Nation's expanding voter base and its impact on the political landscape.

The dispute highlights how major parties view One Nation's rise as a significant political threat and reveals deep disagreements about which mainstream policies are driving voters toward fringe alternatives.