Matthew Guy to Step Down as Liberal Leader in Australian State of Victoria

Leader of the Opposition Matthew Guy addresses the media during a press conference on the steps of Parliament in Melbourne, Australia, on Sept. 12, 2021. AAP Image/Daniel Pockett

Matthew Guy is set to resign as leader of the centre-right Liberals in the Australian state of Victoria after a second election defeat in a row.

In the aftermath of Saturday’s loss, Guy issued a statement confirming he would not continue as party leader.