Jonno Duniam regrets timing of leadership coup against Ley
Tasmanian Senator Jonno Duniam regrets the timing of the leadership coup he helped orchestrate against Sussan Ley.
Retiring Tasmanian Senator Jonno Duniam played a key role in ousting Liberal leader Sussan Ley in January. Liberal figures met in secret on January 29.
The meeting was at a private home in Melbourne. The meeting occurred just hours before a memorial service for former MP Katie Allen.
Prime Minister Albanese said the timing was astonishing. Duniam told a podcast the timing was a source of regret.
He says the leadership change was needed. He backs Angus Taylor to win the next election.
He would privately back Andrew Hastie for the top job after that. Duniam is retiring from federal politics after this sitting week to spend more time with his family.
- January 29
- Meeting date
- Retiring Tasmanian Senator
- Duniam status
- 22 per cent
- Coalition primary vote
Why it mattersHis admission shows ongoing friction within the party over the leadership change. This could weaken the Opposition's unity and message.
AustraliaInternal Liberal divisions revealed by a retiring senator may affect the Opposition's ability to challenge Labor effectively before the next election.
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