Liberal leader Sussan Ley is facing increasing pressure amid rumors her leadership may be ending soon. Reporters in Canberra have been intensely questioning her following explosive remarks from within her own party.
Liberal Senator Sarah Henderson publicly expressed doubts about Ley’s leadership, stating she “could not support things the way they are” and that Ley was “losing support” within the party.
At a Canberra press conference, Ley was asked directly if her “days leading the party were numbered” while she also aimed criticism at the Albanese government regarding the cost of living.
“I value every single member of my team including the good Senator that you’ve just mentioned. In order to interrogate her view, you should probably ask her.”
Despite the mounting speculation, Ley declined to comment on the rumors, stating she would not “comment on commentary” and emphasized pride in her team’s representation of Australian values.
Ley highlighted her team’s focus on reaching a resolution around net zero emissions, even as this issue appears to deepen divisions between moderates and conservatives within the party.
Author's summary: Sussan Ley faces internal party challenges and public scrutiny over her leadership, as divisions grow over key policy issues and support wanes.