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Shorten bite at Trump misplaced: Bishop

Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has taken a shot at Bill Shorten over his description of Donald Trump.

Australia's Foreign Minister Julie Bishop
Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has taken a shot at Bill Shorten over his description of Donald Trump. (AAP)

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Bill Shorten's description of Donald Trump as being "barking mad" shows the Labor leader is unfit for office, Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has told parliament.

Ms Bishop on Thursday said the alternative prime minister had a responsibility not to damage or undermine the Australia-US relationship.

"He once more showed his flawed judgment and his reckless immaturity ... he is not fit to lead this country," Ms Bishop said.


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