Embattled Greens senator Jordon Steele-John confirms leave from parliament after allegations against him made public

WA politician says he considered attending Senate estimates virtually but was told it would be ‘unacceptable’

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Jordon Steele-John has confirmed he will not attend parliament next week as the embattled Greens senator releases a letter detailing the allegations against him.

After days of confusion following historical complaints about alleged misconduct were publicly aired in the media, Steele-John posted a statement to social media late Friday night.