Albanese announces new laws cracking down on hate speech and preachers of hate after Bondi beach attack

Following the Bondi beach mass shooting in Sydney, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced new measures to combat hate speech. The federal government will strengthen hate speech laws, specifically targeting religious preachers, and introduce new powers to cancel or reject visas for individuals who promote hate and division. This announcement comes after increasing pressure to address anti-Jewish hate following Sunday's terrorist attack, which occurred during a Hanukah celebration. The measures aim to prevent the spread of hate and division within the country. The announcement coincided with the funeral of the youngest victim of the attack.

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