The independent MP doubled down on her remarks about Peter Dutton, saying the opposition leader's 'racist' Gaza visa ban needed to be called out. Follow live.
Federal politics live: Zali Steggall doesn't regret calling Peter Dutton 's stance on Gaza visa ban 'racist,' despite threat of legal actionFederal politics live: Zali Steggall doesn't regret calling Peter Dutton 's stance on Gaza visa ban 'racist,' despite threat of legal actionThe independent MP doubled down on her remarks about Peter Dutton , saying the opposition leader's "racist" Gaza visa ban needed to be called out.
Speaking with ABC's AM, the PM was asked to weigh in, but he didn't repeat the independent's comment."I was astounded that last week when we welcomed home our Olympians, a moment of national unity, Peter Dutton once again showed that there is no moment too big for him to show how small he is. "Obviously we would like more legislation passed. Last week wasn't the most productive week. I'm hoping that this week will be more productive," she said on Sunday.
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