Nationals senator Matt Canavan warns he is prepared to cross the floor and vote against the government on climate, as embattled leader Michael McCormack insists he isn't going anywhere auspol
Nationals Senator Matt Canavan has warned he would cross the floor and vote against the Liberals on key issues like climate and energy, calling a target of zero net emissions by 2050 being explored by the government “fantastical”.
The former resources minister, who quit the Nationals front bench amid leadership ructions last week, said he had the right to challenge legislation that was not in the interests of his constituents.
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