How Albanese is using Trump as a weapon

<p>Donald Trump&rsquo;s presence looms large on the campaign trail, as both leaders face questions about how they would handle his trade war.</p> <p>The market chaos and escalating tensions between China and the US may have once seemed like the last thing Labor needed during an election campaign.</p> <p>But insiders now believe they&rsquo;ve been granted a rare opportunity: to hold firm in the face of uncertainty and prove that changing government in this global political climate is too great a risk.&nbsp;</p> <p>Today, special correspondent for <em>The Saturday Paper,</em> Jason Koutsoukis, on Anthony Albanese&rsquo;s Trump strategy &ndash; and how Peter Dutton is fighting back.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at <a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong>Guest:</strong> Special correspondent for <em>The Saturday Paper,</em> Jason Koutsoukis.</p> <p><strong>Photo: </strong>Aaron Schwartz/Sipa USA</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>