Hume Supports Ley Amid Leadership Fitness Debate
Sussan Ley has stayed silent on criticism regarding her leadership, insisting the Liberal Party remains united despite claims from a backbencher that the Coalition leader is losing party room confidence.
Responding to questions about her capability to lead the Coalition, Ley chose not to address the issue directly, while one colleague suggested her support is waning within the party.
Upcoming Party Decisions
The Liberals are set to tackle a divisive emissions target and finalize an energy policy next week after months of internal conflict that has unsettled Ley’s position.
Senator Henderson’s Position
Liberal Senator Sarah Henderson refrained from endorsing Ley during a contentious exchange. When asked if she supported Ley as opposition leader, Henderson paused before stating to Sky News,
“I am just going to say at the moment that I cannot support the way things are.”
Ley’s Response
Speaking in Canberra, Ley declined to engage with 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 emphasized that the Liberal Party remains “united through its values.”
Author’s summary: Despite internal party tensions and public questioning of her leadership, Sussan Ley maintains her stance that the Liberal Party is united and focused on upcoming policy decisions.