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There's a growing sense of frustration and confusion in the Coalition, after Peter Dutton's renewed referendum push.The move follows a series of policy ideas floated by the Opposition leader that haven't been wholly backed in by other party members. So, is there a sense of disunity emerging in Coalition ranks?And the Opposition leader has promised to fast-track a decision on Woodside’s North West Shelf gas extension in WA if he wins the election - accusing Tanya Plibersek of being the "minister for no mining". So, what's the strategy here?Patricia Karvelas and David Speers  break it all down on Politics Now.Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

Melissa Clarke, an ABC political journalist renowned for her insights, joins the discussion around Peter Dutton's proposed referendum on deporting dual nationals guilty of serious crimes. They explore the political implications of this controversial move, scrutinizing claims about national security and the ethical dilemmas of stripping citizenship. The conversation takes a deeper dive into public disillusionment with referendums and the disconnect between political strategies and the real issues facing Australians today.

In the wake of the Trump administration imposing tariffs, the stability of Australia's alliance with the United States has been in the spotlight — with some questioning what that means for the AUKUS agreement.So, as concerns grow over the future of the agreement under Donald Trump — is the Albanese Government taking notice?Patricia Karvelas and Jacob Greber break it all down on Politics Now.Got a burning question?Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au 

Around the world the impact of Donald Trump’s tariffs have been hotly debated this week. While the Australian Government has decided not to impose any retaliatory measures, other countries have hit back with reciprocal tariffs - escalating the risk of a trade war and fueling inflation globally.  But how is this playing in Donald Trump’s own backyard? David Speers interviews the Director of Economic Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute, Michael Strain about what this means for the US economy and how domestic dissatisfaction and political pressure could motivate the Trump administration to overturn their policy. 

Opposition leader Peter Dutton has always had strong political instincts — but as the election nears, he's made a series of political miscalculations.So, has Peter Dutton's political instinct been blunted — and is he losing his strategic advantage?Patricia Karvelas and Annabel Crabb  break it all down on Politics Now.You can read Annabel's column here.Got a burning question?Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

Opposition leader Peter Dutton says under his leadership Australia would secure a tariff deal with Donald Trump — suggesting the lack of carve out is a failure of Anthony Albanese's leadership.The Prime Minister has hit back, suggesting Peter Dutton is living in a "fantasy". So, has the Opposition leader come out too hard on this — and will voters buy his sales pitch?Got a burning question?Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

The Prime Minister has come out swinging against the Trump administration's decision to slap tariffs on Australian steel and aluminium — labelling it "entirely unjustified."Meanwhile Peter Dutton has been painting the move as a failure of the Albanese Government. But are there risks to both approaches?Patricia Karvelas and David Speers break it all down on Politics Now.Got a burning question?Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

Tension escalates as President Trump and former PM Turnbull clash over steel and aluminum tariffs. Turnbull labels the chaos of the Trump administration a 'gift to China', while Trump attacks Turnbull's leadership. The podcast dives into how this feud could affect Australia's chances of a tariff exemption. It also discusses implications for national security in the wake of a media leak about a potential terrorist threat, examining the political fallout and the need for more responsible rhetoric in these volatile times.

As the fallout from ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred continues, a political storm is brewing for Peter Dutton. The Opposition leader is under fire for attending a fundraiser at a Sydney harbourside mansion, as his constituents were preparing for the storm to make landfall in Brisbane. It comes as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been attempting to painting himself as singularly focused on the crisis. So, will this become an election defining event - and why will "double haters" be so key to the final result?Patricia Karvelas and Jacob Greber  break it all down on Politics Now.Got a burning question?Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au

New ANU research shows a decline in trust of governments and institutions across Australia — with life satisfaction dropping to its lowest since COVID.In this podcast exclusive, PK speaks with the researcher behind the study about what can be done to correct this — and what it means for the Albanese Government ahead of the election.Patricia Karvelas is joined by Nicholas Biddle, Head of the School of Politics and International Relations at ANU break it all down on Politics Now.Got a burning question?Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au