Politics Now Is Sussan Ley's leadership 'toast'?
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Jan 26, 2026 Tension inside the Liberal ranks after a Coalition split puts one leader on shaky ground. Conservatives Andrew Hastie and Angus Taylor are jockeying for influence and possible leadership roles. A new US ambassador pick and reactions to Donald Trump’s Afghanistan remarks shift focus to foreign policy. The discussion highlights internal party divides and who might wield power next.
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Liberal Party Disconnected From Voters
- The Liberal Party is talking to itself and has disconnected from many Australians during the summer political chaos.
- That inward focus fuelled leadership instability and worsened public impressions, risking further voter erosion to parties like One Nation.
Conservative Split Risks A Messy Spill
- The conservative wing is split between Andrew Hastie and Angus Taylor without a clear deal, creating a 'wicked problem' for the right.
- That even split makes a leadership spill likely unless the right unites or a compromise candidate emerges.
Rebuild Messaging Toward Everyday Voters
- Reconnect messaging to everyday voters rather than internal rivalries to rebuild the party brand.
- Show tangible policy offers that address voters' immediate needs instead of focusing on internal conflict.