‘Losing support’: Liberal Senator raises serious concerns with Sussan Ley’s leadership
Senior Liberal Senator Sarah Henderson has voiced strong doubts about Sussan Ley's leadership as tensions rise within the Coalition over the party’s stance on net zero emissions.
The Liberal Party has faced increasing scrutiny in recent weeks over whether it will maintain its commitment to net zero, following the Nationals' decision to abandon the policy. A partyroom meeting has been scheduled for next week, with the final Coalition position expected on Sunday, November 16.
Henderson’s criticism
In an interview with Sky News Australia host Peter Stefanovic on Friday, Senator Henderson stated that Sussan Ley was losing support among colleagues. Henderson, who opposes the current net zero direction, made clear she could not endorse the party’s existing approach.
“I cannot support the way things are,” Henderson said.
“I can’t pretend things are good. We’ve had a dire Newspoll result, a primary vote of just 24 per cent. Things are not traveling well.”
“I do have to say, really honestly, I do think Sussan is losing support, but I do believe in miracles, we can turn things around.”
Political pressure mounts
As internal divisions deepen, pressure continues to build on the Liberal leadership to present a unified vision. The upcoming meeting is expected to be crucial in determining both the party’s climate policy and the stability of its leadership team.
Author’s summary: Senator Sarah Henderson has questioned Sussan Ley’s leadership amid internal Liberal Party tensions and declining support linked to the net zero policy debate.