'Are your days numbered': Sussan Ley under leadership pressure after Senator raises serious concerns
Liberal leader Sussan Ley faced intense scrutiny from the Canberra press amid growing rumors that her leadership position may be in jeopardy. Speculation mounted after internal criticism suggested she could lose control of the party within the next year.
Rising internal dissent
The controversy began when Liberal Senator Sarah Henderson openly questioned the current direction of the party, stating she “could not support things the way they are” and that the leader was “losing support.”
Press conference under pressure
During a press conference in Canberra, reporters asked Ms. Ley if her “days leading the party were numbered” as she attempted to focus attention on the Albanese government’s handling of cost-of-living pressures. Ms. Ley declined to engage with the speculation, saying she would not “comment on commentary.”
“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 being unable to recall Senator Henderson by name, Ms. Ley emphasized that her team remains committed to addressing the challenges tied to net-zero policy — an issue increasingly dividing moderates and conservatives within the party.
Author Summary
Sussan Ley faces growing internal pressure over her leadership, as critical remarks from Sarah Henderson intensify leadership speculation within the Liberal Party.