Commentary: It would be extraordinary for National to remove a sitting PM given current polls
An opinion piece argues that despite speculation, National's polling position does not warrant removing its prime minister.
A political commentator suggests that while political parties sometimes remove sitting prime ministers when their position becomes hopeless, National's current polling strength makes such a move extraordinary and unlikely. The piece examines the circumstances under which parties typically turn on their leaders.
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Election 2026: It’s extraordinary National might knife a sitting PM, given the polls – Liam Hehir
OPINION: Parties turn on their PMs when the position is hopeless, which National's isn't.