Scott Morrison has toasted Donald Trump as the most unconventional US president since Teddy Roosevelt at a glittering State dinner tinged with claims the White House rejected a request by the Prime Minister that his friend and religious mentor attend.
Mr Morrison sought to dismiss as "gossip" reports that Brian Houston, the founder of the Hillsong Church, was excluded from the guest list.
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Phillip Coorey is the political editor based in Canberra. He is a two-time winner of the Paul Lyneham award for press gallery excellence. Connect with Phillip on Facebook and Twitter. Email Phillip at pcoorey@afr.com
