US EditionRightwing challenger Peter Dutton’s ‘anti-woke’ drive loses ground with Australian voters
- Peter Dutton, the conservative opposition leader in Australia, is losing ground in the May 3, 2025 election amid voter concerns linked to former US President Donald Trump.
- Dutton's alignment with Trump's controversial policies and style has alienated up to one-third of voters, who now view him less favorably due to his Trump association.
- The opposition's difficulties are compounded by abandoned policies, such as cuts to public sector jobs and work-from-home bans, which triggered voter backlash connected to Trump's divisive agenda.
- Polling shows Labor, led by Anthony Albanese, ahead by seven points with 53.5% two-party-preferred support, while only 36% of Australians trust the US to act responsibly amid Trump's tariff impacts.
- This dynamic signals a likely Labor victory and highlights how Trump's influence undermines Dutton's campaign, suggesting the election may turn on voters' reaction to foreign policy and leadership style.
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