Liberal leader Sussan Ley faces intense pressure amid rising speculation her leadership may soon end. The Canberra press corps questioned her following explosive remarks from within her own party suggesting she could lose control within the year.
Liberal Senator Sarah Henderson openly expressed her doubts, saying she “could not support things the way they are” and that Ley was “losing support” within the party. These comments have fueled rumors about the stability of Ley’s leadership.
At a Canberra press conference, Ley was asked if her “days leading the party were numbered” as she sought to criticize the Albanese government’s handling of the cost of living. She declined to engage in speculation, saying:
“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.”
Ley failed to name Senator Henderson specifically and emphasized pride in her team representing Australian values.
Despite internal tensions, Ley stated her team remains focused on resolving the net zero emissions issue, even though it increasingly divides moderates and conservatives within the party.
Author’s summary: Sussan Ley faces growing leadership doubts as party fractures deepen, yet she remains committed to uniting her team around key policies like net zero emissions.