Federal Politics

Latest politics video

Turnbull's balancing act

null
Video duration
01:26

The PM is considering an inquiry proposal to look at changing 18c, admitting while we can't condone hate speech we must respect the right to free speech. Courtesy ABC News 24.

Lifetime asylum seeker ban

null
Video duration
02:38

The Government's plan to never allow asylum seekers who come by boat to settle in Australia has drawn fire from several fronts, but the PM is sticking by the hard line. Courtesy ABC News 24.

Government's uphill battle

null
Video duration
01:41

The Coalition maintains its agenda is on track, with the ABCC still a priority, despite Mitch Fifield needing a lot of prompting before discussing it. Courtesy ABC News. Down two Senators and with contentious legislation to get through, the government faces a tough week, but MPs say they're battle ready. Courtesy ABC News.

Turnbull laughs it off

null
Video duration
02:20

The PM has scoffed at suggestions the Senate is in chaos despite two seats in question and no certainty the government's legislation will pass. Courtesy ABC News 24.

Bob Day bombshell

null
Video duration
02:00

The Senator has resigned for the second time with questions surrounding his business affairs and whether he was validly elected. Courtesy ABC News.

Day drama

null
Video duration
01:05

Why has Bob Day quit the Senate and what does it mean for the government? Who will replace him? Political correspondent Adam Gartrell answers these questions.

Featured