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Tony Abbott

Tony Abbott is an Australian politician who served as the 28th Prime Minister of Australia from 2013 to 2015. He is a member of the Liberal Party and previously held various ministerial positions, including Minister for Health. Abbott is known for his conservative policies, particularly around immigration and economic management. His tenure as Prime Minister was marked by controversial decisions, including the repeal of a carbon tax and strict border protection measures. After losing the leadership of his party in 2015, he continued to serve as a Member of Parliament until 2019, when he was defeated in the federal elections.