Liberal Senator Questions Sussan Ley's Leadership
Liberal senator Sarah Henderson expressed hesitation when asked if the Coalition could recover with Sussan Ley leading. She voiced doubt amid ongoing internal conflicts and leadership speculation within the party.
Concerns Over Party Direction
Henderson stated she could no longer support the current status quo before an important party meeting on net-zero emissions targets. Speaking to Sky News, she said:
"I do have to say really honestly, I do think Sussan is losing support. But I do believe in miracles."
When asked if the party could improve under Ley's leadership, Henderson paused before reaffirming her inability to back the situation as it stands.
Warnings About Infighting
She emphasized the severity of the party's troubles and the impact of infighting:
"I'm not in the business of throwing anyone under the bus, I'm stating the bleeding obvious, we are in a dire situation. The infighting has been terrible and I'm terribly sorry about what's been going on in the Liberal Party."
Henderson, who was removed from the shadow cabinet following Ley's rise to leadership, recognized Ley’s efforts:
"[Ley's] calling a series of meetings is a significant step forward in deciding a policy position on energy and climate."
Looking Ahead
The upcoming party room meeting is expected to address the Coalition’s stance on net-zero emissions, a critical issue amid these leadership challenges.
Summary: Senator Sarah Henderson publicly questioned Sussan Ley's leadership amid rising party tensions but acknowledged recent efforts to resolve energy and climate policy disputes.