Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has asserted that Australia’s foreign interference laws would prevent Elon Musk from meddling in the upcoming Australian election, but experts argue that these laws are inadequate against such influence, the Conversation reports.

Despite the legal framework established to combat foreign interference, the complexities involved in prosecuting Musk for any alleged transgressions may hinder effective enforcement.

Historical context shows that these laws have rarely been applied effectively, raising concerns about their ability to protect Australian democracy from high-profile foreign actors like Musk.