Jane Hume

Jane Hume is a Victorian Senator within the Australian Liberal Party. She has recently become newsworthy due to her elevation to the position of Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party, following a leadership ballot where Angus Taylor ousted Sussan Ley. Hume, a Taylor backer, is considered a moderate within the party. Her appointment is seen as a move to potentially unite the party after a period of internal conflict and declining public support, with some suggesting Taylor recruited her to appeal to moderates. Hume herself has been vocal about the challenges facing the Liberal Party, describing the current situation as an "existential crisis" and emphasizing the need for a "reset". She challenged Ley in a closed-door meeting, indicating her concern about the party's direction. Her new role is significant as the Liberal Party navigates a period of transition and seeks to regain its footing in Australian politics.