# ICAC hears texts show Angus Taylor paid or refused to pay Reformers

Australia's NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption heard that text messages suggest minister Angus Taylor either paid money to a group called the Reformers or refused to do so. The inquiry is examining whether the payments breached political donation laws. The evidence could have implications for Taylor's political standing.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/06/jean-claude-perrottet-icac-angus-taylor-reformers-ntwnfb) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:47:26 GMT