Luxon survives leadership vote; National Party backs his leadership ahead of the November 7 election, as NZ votes loom during economic pressure.
Luxon has secured the backing of his National Party caucus after an hours-long confidence vote, staging a show of unity ahead of New Zealand’s general election on November 7. The meeting followed days of speculation about his leadership and recent gaffes that have dented polling. The party says it remains focused on delivering its plan to fix the basics and build the future.