MPs' staff 'on the verge of breakdown' from online hate, crossbench politicians say
Threats against federal politicians at all-time high after attack on Helen Haines
Independent and minor party MPs say their staff are being inundated with threats and abuse, with some offices forced to turn off phones, order staff not to review emails, and send employees home to recuperate. The warnings come as threats against federal politicians hit an all-time high following the attack on independent MP Helen Haines on Monday.