Australia's Turnbull Waits to Learn Fate Amid Leadership Crisis

The video discusses the potential leadership contest in Australia's Liberal Party, triggered by a petition for a party room meeting. If 43 signatures are gathered, a vote will be held to decide on a leadership spill. Malcolm Turnbull, the current Prime Minister, will not stand, leading to a likely contest between Peter Dutton, Julie Bishop, and Scott Morrison. The right wing of the party supports Dutton, but his popularity is questionable. Section 44 of the Australian Constitution may affect Dutton's eligibility due to his financial interests. If Turnbull loses, he may resign, forcing a by-election that could end the government's one-seat majority. An election is due by May next year, and the political situation remains unstable.

What triggers a leadership vote in the Australian government according to the transcript?

• A petition with 43 signatures

• A public opinion poll

• A request from the Prime Minister

• A decision by the opposition party

Which candidate is described as being more likely to appease the right wing of the Liberal Party?

• Julie Bishop

• Malcolm Turnbull

• Scott Morrison

• Peter Dutton

Why might Julie Bishop not bring an end to the leadership crisis?

• She is too similar to Malcolm Turnbull

• She lacks political experience

• She is unpopular with the public

• She is not a member of the Liberal Party

What legal issue could affect Peter Dutton's eligibility to be a candidate?

• His dual citizenship

• His business interests receiving government subsidies

• His lack of political experience

• His criminal record

What could happen if Malcolm Turnbull resigns from politics?

• The opposition will take over

• The government could lose its majority

• The leadership crisis will end

• A new election will be called immediately