Australian politics is in turmoil, and the latest Newspoll results are sending shockwaves through the Coalition. Sussan Ley’s leadership has hit a historic low, with the Coalition’s primary vote plummeting to just 18%. Meanwhile, One Nation’s support has surged to an astonishing 27%, leaving many to wonder: Is this the beginning of a major political shift? But here’s where it gets controversial: Ley’s unpopularity—the worst for a major party leader in 23 years—has handed Angus Taylor a golden opportunity to challenge her leadership. Could this be the trigger for a Coalition shake-up, or is it too little, too late?
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