Labor Party wins federal election, Dutton ousted

Australia's center-left Labor Party, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, has secured victory in the 2025 federal election, with projections indicating either a majority or minority government. Multiple broadcasters, including the ABC and Sky News, confirmed that the conservative Liberal-National coalition led by Peter Dutton had no viable path to form government following significant swings toward Labor across key regions. The campaign was marked by voter concerns over cost-of-living pressures and the influence of U.S. politics, particularly the impact of former President Donald Trump's policies, which both sides acknowledged affected the election outcome. A recent interest rate cut and Albanese's strong campaign performance were credited with revitalizing Labor's position after earlier polling troubles. Notably, both major parties saw historically low primary votes, with a significant share going to Greens, independents, and minor parties, signaling a shift in the Australian political landscape. Labor's win marks the first time in over 20 years an Australian leader has been re-elected after serving a full term.