Jacinta Price’s Political Evolution: New Party, New Roles, and Prime Ministerial Aspirations

Major Political Shift and Rising Influence

Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has made a significant political move by switching from the National Party room to the Liberal Party room in May 2025, describing the Liberals as her “natural home”. Following the Coalition’s recent electoral defeat, Price stated she could be more effective as a Liberal member, expressing eagerness to “fight for the best interests of all Australians” and assist in the party’s rebuild.

Expanding Political Portfolio

Price currently serves as the Coalition’s Shadow Minister for Defence Industry and Shadow Minister for Defence Personnel, ensuring military personnel have necessary support and resources. She maintains her role as Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians, committing to an audit of Indigenous affairs expenditure to ensure efficiency.

Leadership Ambitions and Future Prospects

In a recent Sky News appearance following the Liberal Party leadership ballot, Price revealed her prime ministerial ambitions. When asked about potentially moving to the lower house to pursue the country’s top job, she acknowledged broad public support, stating “I know there’s a lot of Australians who’d love to see that”.

Political Vision and Values

As a Walpiri/Celtic woman, Price advocates for core values including “liberty, individual freedom and responsibility, the rule of law, free market and economic prosperity, minimal government intervention, a fair go and most of all, love for our nation, Australia”. While her positions have sometimes sparked controversy, she remains widely admired by conservative voters and has been recognized as the most likeable Coalition MP in recent polling.