Chalmers ‘not interested in engaging’ with Trump after his scathing criticism of Australia
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has responded to US President Donald Trump’s criticism of the Albanese government over its new defence budget.
“I’m not interested in engaging with some kind of dispute with President Trump when it comes to these issues,” Mr Chalmers said.
“The facts are as I understand them: a formal request hasn’t been made.
“The facts are Australia is quite substantially increasing its investment in defence.
“We are spending more on defence.”
