Just now, the Australian Prime Minister publicly confirmed that a call had taken place! Trump: I don’t know Dutton!
//Foreword//

Following the Australian election, Albanese speaks with Trump for the first time.

Trump publicly praised Albanese as “excellent,”

but when asked about Dutton, he said bluntly: “I have no idea who that is.”

Meanwhile, Dutton’s position may soon be replaced—by this person...

#01：

Trump’s brutal dismissal: “I have absolutely no idea who Dutton is.”

— A political jab that cuts deeper than criticism.

After Labor's landslide victory in the election, Prime Minister Albanese revealed that he had his first conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump — a warm and constructive exchange that touched on the AUKUS agreement and trade tariffs.

Surprisingly, it was Trump’s dismissive remark about Australian Opposition Leader Peter Dutton that stole the spotlight. His blunt statement — “I don’t know who Dutton is” — sparked widespread discussion, seen by many as a political snub that cut deep.

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In the recently concluded Australian federal election, the Labor Party secured re-election, while the Coalition suffered a crushing defeat. Following the announcement of the results, former U.S. President Donald Trump publicly commented on the matter for the first time during an interview, stating:

“I have a good relationship with Albanese. I know nothing about the election, but the winner is outstanding.”

"But as for Dutton, Trump bluntly said, 'I don't know who the other person competing against him is.'"

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Trump's response undoubtedly embarrassed Dutton, as the opposition leader not only failed to lead the Coalition to a comeback in this election but also lost his own seat in the Dickson constituency.

What's even more ironic is that Trump had previously been seen as a political role model that the Coalition Party attempted to emulate.

During the campaign, Dutton tried to imitate Trump's 'MAGA' (Make America Great Again) strategy, but in reality, this strategy not only failed but was widely regarded as a key factor in Dutton's crushing defeat in the election.

Albanese emphasized in his campaign speech, 'We don't need to imitate any other country.'"

Education Minister Jason Clare also directly criticized Dutton's 'extreme agenda,' which he claimed was similar to Trump's style.Foreign Minister Penny Wong also warned Dutton not to 'Americanize' education.

Although the Coalition Party slightly led the Labor Party in pre-election polls (32% to 29%) and was considered better at handling relations with Trump, the election results showed that things were not so simple.

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#02：

Albanese Confirms Call
First Overseas Visit to Take Place Here

Albanese confirmed today that he had spoken with Trump and thanked him for his congratulations.

According to Albanese, the call took place at the Prime Minister's residence just shortly before the press conference began.

When asked about the content of the conversation, he stated that they discussed the AUKUS security agreement and tariff issues, and hinted at the possibility of a future face-to-face meeting.

'It was a very lively discussion, discussing the important friendship between our two countries,' he said.

However, the Prime Minister declined to reveal Trump's specific comments about him, only stating:

“I won't reveal all of his personal comments, but he was very enthusiastic and expressed praise for me. He is fully aware of the election results and expressed a desire to continue working with me in the future.”

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It is worth noting that despite Trump’s lukewarm attitude toward Dutton, his relationship with Albanese does not appear to have been affected by previous tariff disputes.

Albanese had criticized Trump’s sweeping 10% tariff policy as 'not the act of a friend,' but Trump responded in an interview, saying, 'All I can say is that he has been very friendly and very respectful toward me.'

In addition to the United States, Albanese also revealed at the press conference that he had spoken with several world leaders, including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, as well as former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, and former Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi.

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On Foreign Affairs Albanese stated that he has accepted an invitation from Canada's new Prime Minister, Mark Carney, to attend the G7 summit in June.

However, he did not reveal whether he would visit the United States beforehand.

“We will wait and see, and make an announcement at the appropriate time.

My first overseas visit, just like last time... will be to Indonesia. This is something President Prabowo and I have previously discussed — it's very important for us and for the relationship we’ve built together.”

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Albanese concluded by saying he wants to be 'a Prime Minister for all Australians,' regardless of their political views.

He also expressed deep humility in response to Labor's overwhelming victory:

"From the very first day I became Labor leader in 2019, I wanted Labor to be seen as the natural party of government. I believe that, given who we are—representing working people while also engaging effectively with business and all parts of society—we can make the best country in the world even better in the years to come."

As Labor celebrates a historic moment, the Liberal Party is now searching for a new leader.

#03：

Liberal Party Faces Rebuilding
Dutton’s Position to Be Taken Over

With the Liberal Party’s defeat in the election and Dutton losing his seat in Dickson, the party is now urgently searching for a new leader to guide a drastically reduced team—down to what is projected to be just 25 seats, the smallest number in modern history and the lowest since 1946—as it begins the process of rebuilding.

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Currently, four main contenders have emerged: former Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor, current Acting Leader and former Minister for Health and the Environment Sussan Ley, former Defence spokesperson Andrew Hastie, and Immigration spokesperson Dan Tehan.

This contest is far more than a simple leadership reshuffle — it represents a critical choice about the future direction of the Liberal Party.

Acting Leader Ley has confirmed that a party meeting will be convened as soon as possible to formally declare the leadership and deputy leadership positions vacant and to elect new representatives.

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However, she also emphasized that the party must wait for the completion of preferential vote counts in several electorates. She offered her condolences to her colleagues who lost their seats:

“Today, we extend our sympathies to many Liberal colleagues who have lost their seats, as well as to all 150 candidates across the country who ran for the Liberal and National parties.”

After retaining his seat in Wannon, Dan Tehan said:

“I haven’t had time to think about the future… we need time to reflect and fully understand what has happened.'

The former Education Minister, who has previously criticized nuclear energy policies, called for a fundamental review of all policies with a calm and objective perspective.”

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As the discussion deepens, the strengths and weaknesses of each candidate are gradually coming into focus.

Ley, though facing a strong challenge from independent candidate Michelle Milthorpe in the seat of Farrer, is expected to retain her seat. As one of the more moderate figures in the team, her extensive ministerial experience may serve as an advantage.

Taylor, long considered one of Dutton’s potential successors, has been seen as a driving force behind a policy shift due to his public opposition to the unpopular nuclear energy proposals.

Meanwhile, Hastie’s position is also drawing attention. While he has received strong praise from senior Senator Michaelia Cash, his relatively young age of 42 and limited high-level experience outside the defence portfolio could be potential drawbacks. If elected, he would become the first major party leader from Western Australia since Labor’s Kim Beazley.

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In this race that will shape the future of the Liberal Party, one undeniable fact stands out: none of the four leadership contenders come from core metropolitan areas — Hastie’s Canning electorate lies on the outskirts of Perth, while Taylor’s Hume electorate is located in Sydney’s southern suburbs.

Liberal MP Keith Wolahan, who is set to lose the seat of Menzies, stated bluntly：

“It’s clear we have a problem in Australia’s urban areas — where most people live... We need to recognize that the cities we live in are no longer the cities we used to live in, or thought we lived in.”

This reflection may become a central issue in the Liberal Party's rebuilding process.  

In the End
Trump’s unfamiliar and distant attitude toward Dutton came as an unexpected surprise,
and the Liberal Party now stands at a historic crossroads.
Who will take on the task of leading its rebuilding?
We shall wait and see.

Ref: 

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14678279/adam-bandt-election-results-senate.html

https://www.smh.com.au/world/north-america/trump-praises-albanese-says-he-has-no-idea-who-opponent-was-in-australian-election-20250505-p5lwlo.html

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-04/liberal-leadership-four-contenders-federal-

election-2025/105250010

https://www.news.com.au/national/federal-election/anthony-albanese-gives-first-press-conference-after-winning-historic-second-term/news-story/ea5c7b6c42f62505f7a6d38f484efe5a