An ‘independent inquiry’ into Christian Porter will mean the rule of law is over

Last week, an alleged historical rape by a current federal cabinet minister hit the headlines. In the following days, Attorney-General, Christian Porter, held a press conference to confirm he was the minister at the centre of these allegations and to deny the alleged criminal conduct.  

Before I go further, I want to disclose that I am a member of the Western Australian Liberals and sit on state council. I don’t know Christian Porter and I don’t write this in any party related capacity. My views are, as per usual, my own. 

Back to the Minister. 

Porter fronted the media only after NSW Police closed their investigation and confirmed there was insufficient admissible evidence to progress the…