Australian Government Loses Contentious Vote on Refugee Bill

The transcript discusses a political issue in the US and its impact on the government, highlighting a historic defeat in the lower house by a narrow margin. Independent MPs, Greens, and Labour amended a government legislation, embarrassing the government and showing its weakness. Despite this, Scott Morrison confirmed the election timetable, ruling out an early poll. A no confidence motion is unlikely as independents won't support it, ensuring no change to the electoral timetable.

What was Scott Morrison's stance on the possibility of an early election?

What is the scheduled date for the upcoming poll mentioned in the text?