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Leadership Turmoil: Ley Faces Speculation Amid Coalition Split

1/24/2026

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Sussan Ley, leader of the Liberal Party in Australia, faces leadership speculation amid a split with the Nationals.
Ley says Angus Taylor and Andrew Hastie back her.
She remains open to reconciliation with Nationals leader David Littleproud.
David Littleproud said Ley's acceptance of resignations from three senators deepened Coalition divisions.
Ted O’Brien expressed confidence in Ley, while some members foresee a leadership challenge in February.

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Sussan Ley, leader of the Liberal Party in Australia, faces leadership speculation amid a split with the Nationals.
Ley says Angus Taylor and Andrew Hastie back her.
She remains open to reconciliation with Nationals leader David Littleproud.
David Littleproud said Ley's acceptance of resignations from three senators deepened Coalition divisions.
Ted O’Brien expressed confidence in Ley, while some members foresee a leadership challenge in February.