Politics Now Albo's Trump-sized headache
Jun 5, 2025
Join Paul Sakkal, Chief Political Correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, as he unpacks the latest political upheavals in Australia. Discover how Anthony Albanese is maneuvering post-Trump's tariff hikes and the implications of WA Senator Dorinda Cox's defection from the Greens to Labor. Delve into the gender dynamics shaping Liberal Party debates and the ongoing turmoil in the Bradfield electoral seat. Sakkal also explores Australia’s economic challenges and the quest for smarter productivity solutions.
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Bradfield's Tight Vote and Legal Challenge
- Bradfield, a Liberal stronghold, was won by an Independent by just 26 votes. - The Liberal Party plans to contest the result in the Court of Disputed Returns due to the closeness and vote scrutiny.
Liberal Elders' Controversial Comments
- NSW Liberal elders made controversial comments about women's representation in the party. - They suggested men might need a leg up, revealing ongoing gender representation resistance.
Labor Gains Senator Dorinda Cox
- Labor welcomed defections from the Greens, including WA Senator Dorinda Cox. - This move adds to Labor's numbers but carries political risks due to internal party conflicts.