Clarke, a young New Zealand MP, captivated global attention with her energetic Haka performance upon entering parliament. Recently, she made headlines again by tearing up a controversial bill and performing the Haka with fellow MPs.

New Zealand’s parliament descended into chaos as Maori members staged a haka in protest against a bill that would “reinterpret” the country’s founding treaty.

Maipi-Clarke, who made history as New Zealand’s youngest MP, captured widespread attention by performing the haka during her maiden parliamentary speech following her election in 2023.