The Prime Minister spoke with United States President Donald Trump after an Australian reporter was attacked by police while covering riots in Washington, but he was unaware of the incident when the phone call took place.
Australia's relationship with the US is being tested by the escalating chaos raging across the country, as well as Mr Trump's invitation to Australia to join the G7 group of nations along with Russia, India and South Korea.because it was a place "for frank conversations among allies and friends".Mr Trudeau's intervention puts Australia in an awkward position.
After becoming aware of the footage the Prime Minister contacted Channel 7 to check on the crew's welfare and assure them of the government's support should they wish to pursue a formal complaint with the local police.
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