Melongate scandal triggers police investigation into media source
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces accusations of making rude gestures about Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's gift of melons, sparking a controversy dubbed 'Melongate'. The Coalition has called in the Federal Police to investigate Seven News' source after the network revealed official correspondence from the Japanese Embassy stating the issue was being sensationalised and that Albanese had no ill intention. The incident has escalated into a debate about press freedom and source protection, with Seven News' political editor refusing to reveal their source after 33 years in federal…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.