Calls for Rudd to Resign as Ambassador

Pressure is mounting on Kevin Rudd, Australia's Ambassador to the United States, following remarks from Donald Trump's close adviser suggesting his position may be in jeopardy. Opposition leader Peter Dutton speculated on the implications of a potential sacking, highlighting the precarious position Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces with Rudd and Foreign Minister Penny Wong. Meanwhile, Greg Norman, a golfer with ties to Trump, is being considered as a potential replacement for Rudd due to his rapport with the incoming president. Rudd's past criticisms of Trump have resurfaced, leading to concerns about his ability to effectively engage with the new administration. Despite the backlash, some, including Sky News contributor Chris Uhlmann, urge the government to stand by Rudd and affirm their support for him. The political climate is shifting dramatically as Australia's diplomatic relations with the U.S. are reassessed in light of Trump's return to power.