Chairman of Australia’s Public Broadcaster Resigns Over Independence Scandal

Outgoing Chairman of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Justin Milne, leaves ABC building in his car. Reuters TV
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SYDNEY—The chairman of Australia’s public broadcaster resigned on Sept. 27 after allegations he appeared to bow to Turnbull government pressure when he called for the removal of a senior journalist.

Justin Milne, chairman of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), said he would resign after widespread anger from staff, labor unions and lawmakers.