Watch: David Seymour announces Paul Henry as election candidate for Act
Broadcaster Paul Henry has announced he will run as a list candidate for the Act Party in New Zealand's 2026 election. Henry, who previously ran for the National Party, aims to influence government spending and policy from within the Act Party.
Why it matters
The entry of a high-profile media figure into politics can significantly shift public discourse and party dynamics in upcoming national elections.
Paul Henry is joining the Act Party as a list candidate in the 2026 election.
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