This week, the filing of an apprehended violence order application by a former partner has given rise to further allegations of inappropriate behaviour.

Former prime minister John Howard and then-Opposition leader Mark Latham shake hands as they cross paths at the ABC studios on the 2004 election campaign trail. Source: AAP / Mick Tsikas

NSW Premier Chris Minns labelled the claims “very troubling”, while former federal colleague Tanya Plibersek said discussions were underway to have Latham’s portrait removed from Labor’s caucus room.

So, how did we get here?

What are the allegations?

It followed a frenzy of leaks, including alleged “sexting” exchanges between the pair while Latham was sitting in the parliamentary chamber.

He later shared screenshots of the request for comment text message exchange on X, saying “sick puppies” were making these requests regularly.

‘He’d be gone tomorrow’: What’s the reaction been?

“I always had my doubts about him as a political figure, and I think those doubts have only increased in recent decades as his behaviour has become worse and more extreme.”

Mark Latham’s former federal colleague Tanya Plibersek said the only time she recalls crying after work as an MP was the day Latham was elected as the party’s leader.

Senior state government minister Rose Jackson said Latham should be shunned by MPs across the political spectrum.