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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Ben Smee

George Christensen ramps up conspiracy theory and anti-vaxx commentary as signs suggest possible media brand launch

The member for Dawson, George Christensen, is possibly launching his own media brand. Christensen is not contesting the next federal election.
Signs suggest the member for Dawson, George Christensen, is possibly launching his own media brand. Christensen is not contesting the next federal election. Photograph: Mike Bowers/The Guardian


Government MP George Christensen has amped up his conspiracy theory and anti-vaccination commentary, described by the PM as “dangerous”, while signs suggest he may be quietly planning to launch his own media brand when he retires from parliament.

Christensen’s commentary has become increasingly controversial in recent months since he announced he would not re-contest the north Queensland seat of Dawson at the upcoming federal election.

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