# Brittany Higgins accuses Pauline Hanson of victim-blaming over domestic violence remarks

Brittany Higgins, a prominent sexual assault whistleblower, has accused Australian senator Pauline Hanson of victim-blaming after Hanson described domestic violence as a "two-way street". The criticism underscores continuing tensions over how domestic violence is discussed in public discourse. This exchange matters as it influences policy and awareness around victim support.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/jul/22/brittany-higgins-pauline-hanson-domestic-violence-comments-ntwnfb) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 05:53:13 GMT
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/jul/23/pauline-hanson-said-domestic-violence-prevented-police-from-dealing-with-real-in-2025-podcast-ntwnfb) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:47:48 GMT
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/jul/24/pauline-hanson-domestic-violence-comments-mra-mens-rights-activists-ntwnfb) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:00:16 GMT