‘Factional assassins’ and Albanese’s new ministry
May 13, 2025
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Episode 1561 · May 13, 2025
‘Factional assassins’ and Albanese’s new ministry
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<p>When Anthony Albanese’s new ministry was sworn in this week, it was overshadowed by the axing of Ed Husic and Mark Dreyfus.</p> <p>Husic in particular didn’t go quietly, calling Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles a “factional assassin”.</p> <p>After a landslide victory – with 93 seats and counting – the prime minister could choose from a significant talent pool to assemble the ministry. But the process was limited by longstanding factional rules.</p> <p>Today, special correspondent for <em>The Saturday Paper</em>, Jason Koutsoukis, on whether factions help or hurt the Labor Party – and who won out.</p> <p> </p> <p>If you enjoy <em>7am,</em> 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> </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>AAP Image/Lukas Coch</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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