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The federal Liberal Party is in a state of anticipation as they await a potential decision from Angus Taylor regarding his position on the shadow frontbench. Speculation is rife that Taylor might step down to challenge Opposition Leader Sussan Ley.
Recent media coverage indicates that Taylor’s resignation could be on the horizon, with the possibility of other Liberal frontbenchers following suit. Yet, sources within the party have informed 9News that Taylor may not have the necessary support to secure a leadership victory.
It’s expected that Taylor will make a visit to Ley later this evening, according to information obtained by 9News.
Earlier today, Ley, who became the first woman to lead the Liberal Party after narrowly defeating Taylor in a May partyroom vote, met with Israeli President Isaac Herzog at Parliament House.
The prospect of a leadership spill has been looming, fueled by a period of instability within the Liberal Party.
The Coalition split last month when three Nationals senators voted against the government’s hate groups bill and were sacked from the frontbench.
Although the parties have since come back together, there have been growing concerns that One Nation has overtaken the Liberals in opinion polls and Ley’s personal preferred prime minister polls have tanked.
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