RIP the Coalition

Just a week after taking charge in the wake of the Liberals’ disastrous election result, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley now finds herself without a coalition partner. Nationals leader David Littleproud says he walked from the agreement after the Liberals refused to lock in a list of policy commitments, while Ley accused the Nationals of holding the agreement “hostage”. The split is a major setback for the Liberals, but it may be worse for the National Party – now relegated to a minor party on the crossbench. Today, special correspondent for The Saturday Paper , Jason Koutsoukis, on why the Coalition broke up and what it will take to bring them back together. If you enjoy 7am , the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support . Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Special correspondent for The Saturday Paper , Jason Koutsoukis. Photo: AAP Image/Lukas Coch; Mick Tsikas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.