Hume Supports Ley Amid Leadership Fitness Debate
Sussan Ley has remained reserved regarding criticism of her leadership, emphasizing that the Liberal Party remains “united” despite suggestions from a backbencher that the Coalition leader is losing party room confidence. Ley finally addressed the question of her suitability to lead the Coalition after a colleague hinted at declining support within the party.
Upcoming Party Decisions
The Liberals are set to settle a potentially divisive conflict over a contested emissions target and finalize an energy policy platform next week. This follows months of internal disputes that have unsettled Ms. Ley's leadership.
Senator Henderson’s Cautious Stance
On Friday morning, Liberal Senator Sarah Henderson refrained from endorsing Ms. Ley. When asked directly about supporting Ley as opposition leader, Henderson hesitated before stating to Sky News:
“I am just going to say at the moment that I cannot support the way things are.”
Ms. Ley’s Response to Leadership Speculation
In Canberra, Ms. Ley declined to comment on the rumors about her leadership, saying:
“I value every single member of my team, including (Senator Henderson). In order to interrogate her views, you should probably ask her, I’m not commenting on commentary.”
She also affirmed that the Liberal Party remains “united through its values.”
Author’s summary: Despite internal tensions and criticism from within, Sussan Ley asserts party unity and refrains from engaging in leadership speculation amid upcoming policy decisions.
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