Australian politician Barnaby Joyce has announced his resignation from the National Party and will not contest his New England seat in the next election.
This move has sparked speculation about a potential alignment with Pauline Hanson's One Nation, amid ongoing tensions within the Nationals and disagreements over net zero emissions targets.
"We have had an irreparable breakdown in relations" with party leadership, likening the rift to a "broken marriage."
Joyce will complete his current term as an independent and is now "free to consider all options" for the future.
Author's summary: Barnaby Joyce quits National Party, sparks One Nation speculation.