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Criticism has mounted against Kevin Rudd, the former Prime Minister and current Australian ambassador to the U.S., who has been accused of neglecting crucial diplomatic responsibilities. Bridget McKenzie pointed out that Rudd must "step up" in terms of negotiations, especially in light of the strained U.S.-Australia relationship. The prevailing sentiment is that, due to Rudd's outspoken criticism of Donald Trump—calling him the "village idiot" and "traitor to the West"—he's not currently effective in fostering the necessary diplomatic channels.