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Trump Insults Australian Ambassador, Strains U.S.-Australia Ties
10/21/2025
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Story summary
- President Donald Trump insulted Australian Ambassador Kevin Rudd during a meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
- Trump claimed he did not know Rudd's past comments and questioned Rudd's role.
- Rudd, a former Australian Prime Minister, acknowledged his previous criticisms of Trump and said, "I don't like you either."
- The remarks illustrate a strained U.S.–Australia relationship during Trump's administration.
