Hume backs Ley amid leadership questions
Sussan Ley has declined to respond directly to criticism of her leadership, insisting that the Liberal Party remains united despite growing internal concern about her ability to lead the Coalition.
The opposition leader addressed reporters in Canberra after a backbencher suggested she was losing support among party colleagues. The remarks come as the Liberals prepare to finalise a debated emissions target and settle on an energy policy in the coming week.
Months of internal tension have challenged Ley’s position, highlighted by comments from Senator Sarah Henderson, who stopped short of publicly backing her leader.
“I am just going to say at the moment that I cannot support the way things are,”
— Senator Sarah Henderson, in an interview with Sky News.
When pressed about those remarks, Ley said she would not engage with speculation about her leadership.
“I value every single member of my team, including Senator Henderson,”
— Sussan Ley.
She added that the Liberal Party remained united by its shared principles and values.
Author’s Summary
Sussan Ley faces rising internal scrutiny but maintains that the Liberal Party is unified as it navigates debates over leadership and energy policy direction.