Expelled MP Wins Defamation Case Against Liberal Leader Over ‘Nazi’ Comments

Moira Deeming was expelled from the Liberal Party of Victoria after she was accused of being linked to neo-Nazis.

Independent MP Moira Deeming (centre) speaks to media outside the Federal Court of Australia in Melbourne, Australia on Dec. 12, 2024. AAP Image/Joel Carrett

Expelled Liberal MP Moira Deeming has won her defamation case against Victorian Opposition Leader John Pesutto and has been awarded $300,000 (US$191,000) in damages.

Justice David O'Callaghan handed down his judgement in the Federal Court of Australia on Dec. 12.