The dual-citizenship controversy engulfing federal politics in High Court
The High Court, with Parliament House in the background Source: AAP
The dual-citizenship controversy engulfing federal politics moves to the High Court tomorrow, (thur) although the court process is not expected to be a quick one. The Chief Justice will preside over a directions hearing for five members of federal parliament whose dual citizenship could disqualify them from their jobs. Section 44 of the Australian Constitution prohibits dual nationals sitting in parliament.
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