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David Allan Van (born 14 November 1964) is an Australian politician. He was elected as a member of the Liberal Party and was sworn in as a federal senator representing the state of Victoria on 1 July 2019. In June 2023, Van was accused of sexual misconduct by Senator Lidia Thorpe and former Senator Amanda Stoker.
Elected to the Senate for Victoria 2019. Committee service. Joint Standing: Trade and Investment Growth served from 22.7.2019 to 11.4.2022; Treaties served from 21.10.2021 to 20.6.2023; National Capital and External Territories served from 1.8.2022 to 20.6.2023; Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade served from 2.8.2022 to 20.6.2023.
Jun 17, 2023 · Senator David Van has quit the Liberal Party in the wake of multiple allegations of inappropriate behaviour made against him over the past week. Key points: Three separate allegations against ...
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Sep 10, 2019 · Learn about David Van, an Independent Senator for Victoria who was elected in 2019. He is a vocal advocate on foreign affairs, defence, trade, energy, environment and gender issues.
Jun 16, 2023 · Senator David Van was expelled from the Liberal party room by Peter Dutton. Mr Dutton says claims by a third person against Senator Van were raised with him, and he should quit parliament. Senator Lidia Thorpe says she felt demonised after speaking to the Senate about her experiences in parliament.
Learn about Senator David Van, an expert in international relations and defence, who represents Victoria in the Australian Senate. Find out his biography, committee roles, achievements, and how to connect with him.
Jun 16, 2023 · On Wednesday, Senator Lidia Thorpe accused David Van of sexual assault and harassment - claims he strongly denies, and that she later withdrew.
