Worsening deficits, higher spending: Jim Chalmers unveils mid-year budget update

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Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the federal government is "urgently seeking" clarity on Trump's comments. Source: AAP / Lukas Coch

Australia's budget deficits are set to widen due to growing spending and falling tax, despite a better-than-expected forecast for the current financial year.



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