Friday Face Off: Inside the Libs Leadership Spill
Feb 13, 2026 •
The knives are out. The spill is on!
Liberal MP Angus Taylor is set to challenge Sussan Ley for the leadership in a party room showdown at 9am. Their colleagues are now scrambling to pick sides as the face off looms.
So, who will emerge triumphant? And how will the chaos play with voters?
Today, contributing editor at The New Daily, Amy Remeikis on Taylor’s chances, the gender question, and whether a leadership change can save the Liberal party.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Friday Face Off: Inside the Libs Leadership Spill
1818 • Feb 13, 2026
Friday Face Off: Inside the Libs Leadership Spill
The knives are out. The spill is on!
Liberal MP Angus Taylor is set to challenge Sussan Ley for the leadership in a party room showdown at 9am. Their colleagues are now scrambling to pick sides as the face off looms.
So, who will emerge triumphant? And how will the chaos play with voters?
Today, contributing editor at The New Daily, Amy Remeikis on Taylor’s chances, the gender question, and whether a leadership change can save the Liberal party.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Amy Remeikis, Contributing Editor at The New Daily
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