Jordon Steele-John takes leave after letter raises allegations of inappropriate comments to women

Greens Senator Jordon Steele-John has taken a leave of absence following allegations of making inappropriate comments towards women. The development comes after a letter was sent to Greens leader David Shoebridge by seven staffers and members demanding an investigation into the allegations, which reportedly span almost a decade.

The situation centers on reports initially published by the Sydney Morning Herald concerning the Western Australian senator's conduct. The Greens party confirmed the leave of absence as internal pressure mounted over the multi-year accusations raised within the party's ranks.