Opposition Probes PM Over ‘Invented’ Trump Call on Beef Tariffs

Last week, the Australian government decided to drop bio-restrictions on US beef imports into the country.

Australian Trade Minister Don Farrell speaks to the media during a press conference on Day 6 of the 2025 federal election campaign, in Melbourne, Australia on April 3, 2025. AAP Image/Lukas Coch

This week Question Time began with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese responding to opposition queries over the exact nature of discussions between the Australian and U.S. leadership on beef tariffs.

Federal Opposition Leader Sussan Ley claimed Trade Minister Don Farrell “invented” a conversation between Trump and Albanese.