Ex-lawmaker pleads guilty to shoplifting Former New Zealand lawmaker Golriz Ghahraman pleaded guilty to shoplifting on Wednesday, an event that has brought her successful career to a halt. Ghahraman, who made history as the first refugee elected to New Zealand's parliament, made the decision to step away from her political responsibilities on January 16 to focus on her mental well-being. Following her departure from politics, Ghahraman faced legal charges for allegedly shoplifting from high-end clothing stores. The 43-year-old, known for her work as the Green Party's justice spokeswoman, confessed to four counts of...