Josh Butler

Josh Butler, a political reporter for Guardian Australia based in Canberra, discusses the precarious state of the Aukus submarine deal ahead of a high-stakes meeting between Australia's Prime Minister and Donald Trump. He reveals how recent reviews by the US Department of Defense could jeopardize Australia's defense strategy. Topics include the implications for US-Australia relations, the need for heightened defense spending, and the strategic importance of this partnership amidst ongoing diplomatic challenges.

Josh Butler and Amber Schultz discuss Elon Musk's clash with Australian government over social media censorship, highlighting issues of free speech, regulation of tech giants, and media responsibility in reporting violent incidents.