Bishop speaks out on secret messages rumours

JULIE Bishop has spoken out about the tumultous spill week, saying it was "personally devastating" for a number of people.

Speaking to The West Australian, the former Foreign Minister acknowledged she was aware of claims that MPs had used an online messaging app to make her supporters back Scott Morrison over her.

"You would have to ask the individuals involved but it appeared to be a tactic to promote Peter Dutton into the prime ministership, whatever the cost." Read more here https://www.sunshinecoastdaily.com.au/news/bishop-speaks-out-whatsapp-secret-messaging-rumour/3504725/