The Albanese government in question time on Monday was already targeting Angus Taylor as likely Liberal leader, while the aspirant’s supporters were grappling with the mechanics of organising the challenge.
Sunday’s appalling Newspoll, showing the Liberals on a primary vote of 15% (with the Nationals 3%) and Sussan Ley’s net satisfaction rating at minus 39, has seemed a tipping point for a challenge.
Liberal backbencher Jane Hume, who voted for Taylor last year, put the position starkly. “This is disastrous for the Liberal Party. It’s disastrous for the Coalition.
