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Maori Party Leaders Urged to Resign Amid Infighting
11/5/2025
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- Te Pati Maori president John Tamihere urged MPs Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Takuta Ferris to resign amid allegations of conspiracy against him.
- Iwi leaders will meet with party leadership to address divisions and emphasize unity ahead of upcoming elections.
- Ngati Kahungunu chairman Bayden Barber urged focusing on policy, saying infighting distracts from broader Maori goals.
- Mariameno Kapa-Kingi affirmed her commitment to her role.
- Takuta Ferris has yet to comment.
