Josh Frydenberg hints at comeback as Barnaby Joyce attacks
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Oct, 01:32 · Archive
Josh Frydenberg has hinted at a political comeback, prompting Barnaby Joyce to accuse him of plotting against Liberal leader Angus Taylor.
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg has hinted at a political comeback, saying in an interview that the Liberal Party was 'in a low ebb' and needed 'better leadership' to arrest One Nation's electoral surge. He said this was necessary 'for our country's sake' but stressed he had not yet reached the point of declaring candidacy for the 2028 federal election.
The remarks prompted Barnaby Joyce, a One Nation MP and former deputy prime minister, to attack Frydenberg publicly. Joyce said on Tuesday that Frydenberg was 'popping up like an illegal smoke shop – very bad for Angus Taylor's health', accusing him of laying groundwork to become Coalition leader. 'Let's cut the BS, mate. We can all see through this,' Joyce said.
The Liberal Party has faced declining support, with its primary vote at historic lows as One Nation attracts disenfranchised conservative voters. Angus Taylor, who replaced Sussan Ley as leader, has vowed to rebuild trust in the party and broader Coalition, though he has struggled to reverse the decline. Taylor said on Monday he welcomed 'every Liberal who cares about the future of our nation'.
How it is being reported
- Josh Frydenberg ‘very bad for Angus Taylor’s health’: Barnaby JoyceBarnaby Joyce has come out swinging at a former colleague he claims is vying to topple Angus Taylor.The West Australian · 13 Oct, 01:02
- Josh Frydenberg ‘very bad for Angus Taylor’s health’: Barnaby JoyceBarnaby Joyce has come out swinging at a former colleague he claims is vying to topple Angus Taylor.Perth Now · 13 Oct, 01:02
In this story: Josh Frydenberg · Barnaby Joyce · Angus Taylor · Liberal Party · One Nation · Coalition
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