Australian Politics
David Shoebridge on Labor’s ‘Trump like’ immigration proposals
Mar 29, 2024
David Shoebridge, Greens's home affairs and immigration spokesperson, discusses Labor's deportation bill and its 'Trump-like' immigration proposals, critiquing the lack of clarity and safeguards for asylum seekers. The conversation also covers anti-discrimination laws, protections for faith-based institutions, Julian Assange's extradition battle, and the importance of diplomatic solutions and defending whistle blowers.
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- Deportation bill grants extraordinary powers to immigration minister, targeting asylum seekers and refugees.
- Rushed deportation bill lacks clarity, potentially leading to unfair treatment and lack of accountability.
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Greens Senator's Concerns Over Urgency and Lack of Clear Explanation in Deportation Bill
The Greens Senator raises concerns over the rushed introduction of a deportation bill that grants extraordinary powers to the immigration minister. The bill allows the minister to compel non-citizens to undertake specific actions, with penalties of up to five years in jail for non-compliance. This approach targets individuals on asylum or refugee pathways, potentially leading to cruel outcomes. Another troubling aspect is the provision to blacklist countries without parliamentary review, severely affecting diaspora communities.
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