Sky News host James Macpherson has hit out at the Albanese government following recent reports that Labor had issued thousands of visas for Palestinians to come to Australia before ASIO security checks had even been carried out.
Documents tabled in the Senate last week showed 2601 Palestinians, some of whom had already arrived in Australia, were referred to ASIO not before but after being issued with visas.
“The thing that strikes me is the absolute disdain that the government seems to have for its primary responsibility, which is its commitment to the security of Australian citizens,” Mr Macpherson said.
“By all means, help people around the world as much as we can but your first job as the Australian government is to absolutely ensure that citizens are kept safe.
“It's been one disaster after another on every front, especially when it comes to home affairs and immigration. It is a disaster.”
According to ministerial briefing documents, 27 visa-holders had their visas cancelled prior to getting here. However, seven Palestinians had already arrived in Australia by the time ASIO had ruled they shouldn't be allowed into the country.
ASIO has since assessed all onshore and offshore visa holders.
23 сен 2024
