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Coalition's Sussan Ley Stands Firm Amid Leadership Pressure

2/8/2026

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Opposition Leader Sussan Ley says she will lead the Coalition into the next election, despite pressure from moderate senator Jane Hume for change.
After a 17-day split, Coalition polling remains low: Liberal Party 15%, Nationals 3%.
Jane Hume warns that current leaders, including Ley, may lose their seats if these trends continue.
The Coalition's deputy leader Ted O’Brien acknowledges the poor polling and the possibility of a leadership challenge.

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Opposition Leader Sussan Ley says she will lead the Coalition into the next election, despite pressure from moderate senator Jane Hume for change.
After a 17-day split, Coalition polling remains low: Liberal Party 15%, Nationals 3%.
Jane Hume warns that current leaders, including Ley, may lose their seats if these trends continue.
The Coalition's deputy leader Ted O’Brien acknowledges the poor polling and the possibility of a leadership challenge.