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'Make a choice': Taylor defends comments aimed at non-citizens
Key takeaways
- During his budget in reply speech on Thursday night, Mr Taylor singled out that group.
- "We will remove Labor's handouts for non-citizens," Mr Taylor told parliament.
- "Many Australians would be surprised to learn that non-citizens are eligible for welfare.
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Link copied Share Share article Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has denied permanent residents who are not Australian citizens will be targeted under any potential future Coalition government.
During his budget in reply speech on Thursday night, Mr Taylor singled out that group.
"We will remove Labor's handouts for non-citizens," Mr Taylor told parliament.
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