Riverton MP Dr Jags Krishnan faces media backlash during chaotic stunt
On Wednesday, Riverton MP Dr Jags Krishnan was shielded by Labor backbenchers in a stunt organized by the WA premier’s office, unbeknownst to Premier Roger Cook. Journalists sought comment on Krishnan's alleged $300,000 debt, but chaos ensued as MPs confronted the press. Cook later acknowledged the incident was "not ideal" and suggested media impeded access to parliament.
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Published 12 Nov 2026, 05:58 UTC · Updated 12 Nov 2026, 06:00 UTC
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