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Coalition Divided Over Andrew Bragg's Migration Policy Speech

15 Ağustos 2026The Guardian

Liberal senator Andrew McLachlan has expressed support for Andrew Bragg's controversial speech at the National Press Club, urging his colleagues to follow suit. Bragg proposed significant cuts to the national construction code and suggested reducing net overseas migration from around 300,000 to below 180,000 annuall…
This stance has led to a divide within the Coalition, with some senior members dismissing Bragg's figures as mere personal opinions.
The debate over migration levels and housing policy is a significant issue in Australian politics, particularly as the country grapples with housing shortages and economic pressures. Bragg's call to reduce migration is part of a broader discussion about balancing population growth with infrastructure and housing needs.
The division within the Coalition highlights a growing rift over immigration and housing policy, signaling potential challenges for the party's unity moving forward. McLachlan's endorsement of Bragg may resonate with some factions but could alienate others who view the proposed migration cuts as impractical or detri…

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