Prime minister defends social media reforms amid US backlash

Sep 23, 2026, 12:16 AM· 1 hour ago· Original: EN

Anthony Albanese has pushed back against the Trump administration's "censorship" criticism of Australia's draft digital duty of care laws, as the US president rejects a push from Australia and others to impose AI safeguards.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defends planned social media reforms amid US backlash

In short:

The Prime Minister has said he will "always stand up for Australian interests" amid criticisms from the US about the government's social media reforms.

It comes as US President Donald Trump slapped down the idea of global AI safeguards and rebranded AI as "super intelligence".

What's next?

Regarding global safeguards on AI, Anthony Albanese said he will "wait and see" the outcome of a meeting between Mr Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

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