Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, has been accused of being influenced by QAnon conspiracy theorist, Tim Stewart, whilst developing his apology to victims of child sexual abuse.

This comes after the Prime Minister’s extended family expressed concerns about the long-lasting friendship between Stewart and Morrison and reported the link to the National Security hotline several times.

QAnon is a far-right cult notorious for spreading untrue conspiracy theories and listed as a “domestic terror threat” in the US. 

Morrison responded to the claims on an ABC program, 4 corners, saying the claims are baseless and he finds the allegations, “deeply offensive”.