The Nationals have questioned whether the government followed recommendations from the Inspector-General of Biosecurity.
Nationals Deputy Leader Kevin Hogan (L) and Leader David Littleproud (R) at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia on May 12, 2025. AAP Image/Mick Tsikas
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Nationals Leader David Littleproud has expressed disappointment after a proposed Senate inquiry into the government’s decision to allow U.S. beef imports into the country was voted down.
Labor and the Greens joined forces to reject the motion. Last week, the Labor government dropped restrictions on U.S. beef imports into the country amid pressure from the Trump administration.
Naziya Alvi Rahman is a Canberra-based journalist who covers political issues in Australia. She can be reached at [email protected].
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