Senator Pauline Hanson attacked Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the fact his late mother used public housing.

Prime Minister Albanese replied to the remark.

He characterised Hanson's remarks as cruel and mean-spirited.

He spoke in defence of his late mother from the criticism.

He delivered a rebuttal at the criticism directly.

MP Barnaby Joyce also commented on the issue.

He challenged the way the Prime Minister responded.

The spat focused on a critical remark and a forceful reply.

The exchange featured Hanson's criticism and Albanese's defence of his mother.