Anthony Albanese secured a second term as Australian prime minister in the 2025 elections, defeating Peter Dutton. Albanese's criticism of Trump's trade policies resonated with voters concerned about economic stability. While analysts debate Trump's direct influence, Dutton's perceived adoption of "Trump-lite" policies and missteps on key issues contributed to his defeat, overshadowing any potential impact from the former US president.
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Former Texas megachurch pastor Robert Preston Morris, 63, surrendered to Oklahoma authorities on charges of child sexual abuse. Morris was accused of committing lewd acts with a child from 1983 to 1987. Having resigned last year, Morris faces five counts, each carrying up to 20 years imprisonment. The case drew attention, given Morris' past political activities.
China asserts it's on the "right side of history" amidst escalating trade tensions with the US, marked by hefty tariffs. A top Chinese official, Zhao Chenxin, warned that the US's trade war would backfire, criticising its unilateral actions. Beijing pledged to protect its economy, acknowledging pressures on exports and job impacts due to US tariffs.
The US House Ethics Committee accused former representative Matt Gaetz of regularly paying for sex, using illegal drugs, and having sexual relations with an underage girl between 2017 and 2020. Gaetz allegedly violated state sexual misconduct laws and House rules, resulting in his resignation from the House and withdrawal from being considered for attorney general.
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