Liberal Senator Questions Leadership of Sussan Ley
Liberal senator Sarah Henderson expressed doubts about whether the Coalition can recover with Sussan Ley leading the party. As tensions rise over net-zero emissions targets, Henderson voiced concerns about the current direction.
Concerns Over Party Direction
Amid recent factional disputes and intense leadership speculation, former frontbencher Henderson admitted she can no longer support the party's current course ahead of an important party room meeting next week.
"I do have to say really honestly, I do think Sussan is losing support," Henderson told Sky News on Friday. "But I do believe in miracles."
Reflections on Leadership and Party Infighting
When asked if the party could improve while Ley is leader, Henderson paused before reaffirming her inability to endorse the current state of affairs.
"I'm not in the business of throwing anyone under the bus, I'm stating the bleeding obvious, we are in a dire situation," she said. "The infighting has been terrible and I'm terribly sorry about what's been going on in the Liberal Party."
Henderson’s Relationship with Ley
Henderson, who was removed from the shadow cabinet after Ley assumed leadership, praised Ley for initiating a series of meetings aimed at reaching a clear policy stance on energy and climate.
She described Ley's call for these meetings as a "significant step forward."
Author's summary: Senator Henderson openly questions Sussan Ley's ability to unify the party amid leadership doubts and infighting, but acknowledges progress on climate policy discussions.