The Home Affairs secretary, Michael Pezzullo is ‘in hot water’ over leaked text messages with Liberal Party powerbroker, Scott Briggs.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has asked Michael Pezzullo to stand down and he has been referred to the Public Service Commissioner by Minister Clare O’Neil.

The Home Affairs boss allegedly lobbied Mr Briggs regarding ministerial appointments, with texts spanning across 5 years, starting in 2017.

He has been accused of “attempting to manipulate the political process,” Deb revealed.

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