Duel to Decide Future Liberal Leader

Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor speaks to the media during a press conference in Sydney, Australia, on July 4, 2023. AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi

The Liberals face a factional tussle over party leadership after their thumping federal election defeat.

Deputy leader Sussan Ley confirmed her candidacy on Friday morning, and was soon followed by Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor.