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Politics with Michelle Grattan: David Littleproud on US tariffs, a government-owned Rex, and the Nationals’ identity
- The Federal Government will acquire Regional Express if no buyer is found, marking a potential first for national ownership in three decades.
- Transport Minister Catherine King stated that government support will require buyers to ensure reasonable service levels for regional communities.
- Rex entered voluntary administration in July 2023 and is currently unable to secure a buyer, with administrators given until June 2025 to find one.
- The Government has intervened to protect Rex's flight slots and has previously invested $130 million to support the airline's operations.
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Politics with Michelle Grattan: David Littleproud on US tariffs, a government-owned Rex, and the Nationals’ identity
With the election only months away, the Labor government finds itself suddenly battling with the Trump administration for an exemption from new US tariffs on steel and aluminium. The opposition has supported the effort, but it also claims a Coalition government would be better place to deal with Donald Trump. Joining us on this podcast, Nationals leader David Littleproud says if Labor fails to get an exemption on the tariffs, a Dutton government…
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Total News Sources17
Leaning Left6Leaning Right3Center2Last UpdatedBias Distribution55% Left
Bias Distribution
- 55% of the sources lean Left
55% Left
L 55%
C 18%
R 27%
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