New Zealand MP resigns following shoplifting allegations

The lawmaker, a former human rights lawyer, said her actions were "not a behaviour I can explain".

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The first refugee to be elected to New Zealand's parliament resigned on Tuesday over alleged shoplifting, which she said was related to personal stress and trauma. AFP

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WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND- The first refugee to be elected to New Zealand's parliament resigned on Tuesday over alleged shoplifting, which she said was related to personal stress and

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