Pauline Hanson Confirms Potential Lower House Bid at Next Election
By Crystal-Rose Jones
Published on May 5, 2026.
One Nation Leader, Pauline Hanson, has confirmed she may step down from the Senate and contest a lower house seat in the next federal election. This move could potentially pave the way for a prime ministerial bid if One Nation wins enough seats at the 2028 election. The announcement was confirmed on May 5 by her party's chief of staff, James Ashby.