David Shoebridge
AustraliapoliticianMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.01%David Shoebridge is an Australian politician and member of the Greens party, currently serving as a senator. He is known for his advocacy on social justice, environmental issues, and human rights. Recently, he has been in the news for his criticism of a parliamentary report recommending the adoption of the IHRA definition of antisemitism, which he labeled as 'divisive' and argued does not adequately reflect the evidence presented to the committee.
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Greens senator David Shoebridge pressed Home Affairs officials at Senate estimates hearings last week about why it was legal for Australians to fight for foreign armies.
Former defence chief sounds alarm on Australians serving in foreign militariesAustralia· 2026-06-02
Greens senator David Shoebridge said it was ridiculous for Marles to paint the decision as a win for Australia.
US downgrades AUKUS sub to second-hand versionAustralia· 2026-05-31
Greens senator David Shoebridge highlighted that all connected vehicles are vulnerable to security concerns.
ASIO says politicians shouldn’t be having conversations in carsAustralia· 2026-05-29
David Shoebridge called the prime minister’s claim that no Australian personnel were involved in offensive action 'extraordinary'.
Three Australians were on US submarine that sank Iranian warship, PM says | Australian military
United Kingdom· 2026-03-06
Greens immigration spokesman David Shoebridge said: 'The reality is that the Israeli military attacks in Gaza, by some estimates, have killed over 100,000 civilians.'
Burke under pressure to bar Israeli journalistAustralia· 2026-02-25
David Shoebridge is a Greens Senator who raised concerns about Brereton's connections with defence.
National Anti-Corruption Commission head will be investigated for a second timeAustralia· 2026-02-09
Senator David Shoebridge declared the Greens will not support legislation that scapegoats migrants.
Greens raise doubts about backing Albanese laws citing free speech issuesAustralia· 2026-01-15
David Shoebridge said there was a case for targeted measures to address hate crimes but cautioned that banning organisations could spur more division.
Albanese announces new hate speech laws as he concedes more could have been done before Bondi beach attack | Bondi beach terror attackUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-18
David Shoebridge criticized Commissioner Brereton for demonstrating poor conduct.
NACC boss Paul Brereton stares down calls for him to resignAustralia· 2025-12-12
David Shoebridge emphasized the importance of Senate estimates in revealing government secrecy.
How MPs turn tedious hearings into social media gold on Instagram, Facebook and XAustralia· 2025-12-05
David Shoebridge, the Greens defence spokesperson, criticized the new structure of the defence agency.
Australia tracking Chinese navy flotilla in Philippine Sea as Marles announces major defence overhaul | Australian politicsUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-01
David Shoebridge successfully proposed an inquiry to examine offshore processing and resettlement arrangements with Nauru.
Senate inquiry on ‘corrupt’ Nauru deals, Finks bikie company MA Services Group linksAustralia· 2025-11-27
David Shoebridge read sections of the unreleased Austrac report into Hansard in the Senate, alleging corruption against Adeang.
Nauru president accused in parliament of corruptly siphoning off millions of Australian funding | NauruUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-26
David Shoebridge criticized the lack of transparency in the deportation plan.
Australia deports first foreign detainees to Nauru in controversial dealUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-28
Greens Senator David Shoebridge has been prosecuting the matter regarding American Express in parliamentary committees.
Inside John Smith’s mission to reveal the truth about American ExpressAustralia· 2025-10-17
Greens senator David Shoebridge’s requests for a copy of the review were pushed back by officials.
Albanese government plans to sell valuable real estate in Sydney, Melbourne and other capital citiesAustralia· 2025-10-09
Greens senator David Shoebridge raised concerns about Property Lovers in Senate estimates in February this year.
Sydney lawyer Dominique Grubisa, the private eye and the circling watchdogsAustralia· 2025-10-05
David Shoebridge, the Greens’ defence spokesman, criticized the proposed defence treaty.
Australia and PNG will agree to defend each other from military attack as China’s Pacific influence grows | Australian politicsUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-16
David Shoebridge criticized the government's treatment of Nauru, stating that it is being treated like a dump.
Австралия заплатит соседнему атоллу $1,5 миллиарда за создание колонии для депортированных мигрантов-преступников
Belarus· 2025-09-05Shoebridge accused the Coalition of wanting to platform neo-Nazis.
Albanese says 'good people' attended rallies exploited by neo-NazisAustralia· 2025-09-01
David Shoebridge accused the minister of dumping the deal on a Friday when no one is looking.
Australia signs $400m deal to deport foreign-born former detainees to Nauru | Australian politicsUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-30Greens senator David Shoebridge blasted the government.
Australia to deport foreign-born criminals under $400 million agreementAustralia· 2025-08-29
David Shoebridge said the country owed Boyle a debt for his strength in fighting the charges.
ATO whistleblower escapes jail time and convictionAustralia· 2025-08-28
David Shoebridge is a Greens defence spokesperson advocating for stricter rules on post-service employment.
How Scott Morrison, Christopher Pyne, and Australia’s top military brass are cashing in on government’s defence spending bonanzaAustralia· 2025-08-01
Greens senator David Shoebridge called on Burke to offer further detail on the dinner.
Trump expected to set new tariffs within hours; ASIO boss says espionage costing Australians billions every yearAustralia· 2025-07-31
Greens senator David Shoebridge is expected to table an open letter urging stronger action to address the humanitarian crisis.
Australia condemns Israel for ‘indefensible’ Gaza deaths as it joins coalition of countries denouncing Israel | Australian foreign policyUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-22David Shoebridge is the Greens foreign affairs spokesman criticizing Israel's latest attack.
Anthony Albanese meeting with Donald Trump at G7 in doubtAustralia· 2025-06-13
NSW Greens senator David Shoebridge has voluntarily included his partner’s financial interests which show she has three mortgages on investment properties.
How rich is your MP?Australia· 2025-04-21
Greens senator David Shoebridge expressed difficulty in understanding the delay in communication from New Zealand’s military.
New Zealand Defence Force under scrutiny for alleged delay alerting Australia to China drill
New Zealand· 2025-02-26
Federal MP David Shoebridge has attended Shen Yun performances.
Inside Falun Gong’s spiritual movementAustralia· 2025-02-25
