Albanese backs Rudd to keep role despite Trump criticism, saying ambassador ‘works his guts out’ in DC
by Josh Butler in Washington DC from World news | The Guardian on (#70XKR)
Donald Trump had told Kevin Rudd he probably never will' like him, prompting apology from ambassador
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Anthony Albanese has strongly backed Kevin Rudd to remain as US ambassador, saying he works his guts out", and downplayed an awkward interaction with Donald Trump during their White House meeting.
It came after a prominent Republican congressman addressed Rudd in a speech in Washington DC, jokingly telling him: I'm glad you're still gainfully employed."
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