Angus Taylor denies funding NSW Reformers faction at centre of NSW corruption probe
Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has denied allegations that he provided funding to a NSW Liberal faction currently under investigation for branch stacking. The denial follows reports of text messages suggesting the group intended to solicit money from him.
Why it matters
The investigation into the NSW Reformers faction highlights potential corruption within Australian political party structures, impacting the reputation of senior political figures.
Angus Taylor has denied he ever made payments to a factional group in the NSW Liberals accused of branch stacking. ( ABC News: Ian Cutmore )
Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has denied he ever made a payment to NSW Reformers, a Liberal faction at the centre of a state corruption probe.
The inquiry has seen a series of text messages which indicate the group planned to "shake down" Mr Taylor for money.
Mr Taylor has not answered questions about if and how the group approached him, or if he made cash commitments but did not follow through.
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