Karen Middleton

Karen Middleton, a seasoned political reporter, delves into the fallout from Andrew Hastie's resignation. They discuss the surprising motivations behind Hastie’s departure, including his concerns over immigration and energy policies. Middleton gives insight into Hastie's military background and leadership ambitions, highlighting how his dissent could shake the Liberal Party’s dynamics. The conversation also touches on Susan Ley's response to the crisis and the implications it has for her leadership and potential coalition instability.

Karen Middleton, a seasoned political journalist and author of 'Albanese: Telling It Straight,' delves into the complexities of Albanese’s long-awaited meeting with Donald Trump. She discusses the rocky Australia-US relations and why Australia was initially a low priority for Trump. Middleton highlights the behind-the-scenes efforts to secure the meeting, including significant diplomatic maneuvers. The conversation also touches on balancing domestic goals with US interests and provides insights into potential strategies for navigating the unpredictable Trump.

Karen Middleton, a seasoned press gallery journalist and political commentator, dives into the Coalition's mounting crises. She discusses the fallout from sacked frontbencher Jacinta Nampajimpa-Price's immigration remarks and the fierce internal battles over climate policy. The conversation also touches on the renewed debate around nuclear energy and the challenges facing Susan Ley in uniting the party. Finally, Karen highlights how global right-wing trends are impacting local politics and what steps Ley must take to recover from dismal poll ratings.