NSW's 120-year-old law faces judicial scrutiny
Update: 2025-12-09
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A century-old law in New South Wales, Australia, is under scrutiny for potentially undermining the separation of powers. The law allows the government to compel witnesses to testify, with penalties for refusal. James Cullen, chief of staff to Premier Chris Minns, is challenging this law after being summoned to testify about a leaked document. The laws constitutionality is now being debated, with critics arguing it turns judges into mere glove puppets of the executive branch. The case highlights a significant power struggle within the Australian legal system.
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