Moderate Liberals warn Angus Taylor against adopting Trump-style immigration policies

Liberal MPs have warned their new leader, Angus Taylor, against adopting hardline immigration policies similar to those proposed by former US President Donald Trump. A leaked proposal, drafted under the previous leader Sussan Ley, suggests banning migrants from 37 regions of 13 countries where listed terrorist organisations have territorial control, including Gaza and Lebanon. The plan would impose "blanket bans" on immigration from these areas. Moderate Liberal MPs are concerned about lurching further to the right and adopting policies that could be seen as discriminatory. The proposal has raised concerns among some Liberals about the potential impact on Australia's international relationships and humanitarian obligations. The warning comes ahead of Taylor's leadership, which is expected to shape the party's stance on immigration policy.