Pressure is mounting on the Victorian Liberal leader, with a group of MPs planning a leadership contest as the Moira Deeming defamation case looms over the party.
Pressure is mounting on John Pesutto 's Victorian Liberal Party leadership, with some MPs saying a challenge could come as early as next week.Mr Pesutto denies any knowledge of moves against him, but the ABC has been told if it does not happen next week, a challenge is expected by Christmas.A group of rebel Victorian Liberal MPs is continuing to move against leader John Pesutto , with plans in motion to oust the alternative premier by the end of the year.
Former tennis star and Nepean MP Sam Groth and opposition police spokesperson Brad Battin have been touted as potential leadership candidates.Allies of Mr Pesutto point to polls which they say suggest the Coalition is gaining an edge over Labor."He's focused on issues that are relevant to the community, and I think he's done a very good job."
Brad Battin previously stood against Mr Pesutto in a leadership vote and tried to lead a spill against former leader Michael O'Brien.The rookie upper house MP appeared at a "Let Women Speak" rally on the steps of Victoria's parliament that was headlined by prominent anti-trans-rights activist Kellie-Jay Keen.
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