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FactCheck: does ASIC already have the powers of a royal commission and more?

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ASIC has the powers of a royal commission and, in fact, it has greater powers than a royal commission. – Treasurer Scott Morrison, speaking to reporters, April 8, 2016.

Opposition Leader Bill Shorten has promised to set up a royal commission into misconduct in the banking and financial services industry if elected.

Treasurer Scott Morrison has...

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