One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has said she would not offer Victorian MP Moira Deeming a candidacy with her party, citing concerns about political loyalty following reports of earlier discussions regarding a possible move between parties.

According to published reports, Hanson said trust and commitment are essential qualities when selecting parliamentary candidates. She stated that Deeming had previously indicated an interest in joining One Nation before ultimately remaining with the Liberal Party, and argued that those events meant she would not now be considered for endorsement by One Nation.

The comments come while the Victorian Liberal Party continues managing internal discussions concerning Deeming’s political future. Reports indicate that party processes relating to candidate endorsement and organisational matters remain ongoing, although no final outcome has been announced regarding future election arrangements.

Hanson said political parties depend on confidence that endorsed candidates are committed to the organisation and its policies. She argued that loyalty is an important consideration alongside experience, qualifications and policy alignment when political parties evaluate prospective candidates.

At present, Deeming remains a member of the Liberal Party, and there is no indication of current negotiations for her to join One Nation. Any future candidacy for either party would be determined through their respective internal endorsement processes rather than through public commentary alone.

Political analysts note that discussions about party membership and candidate selection are common during periods of internal political change. Parties frequently assess candidates based on a combination of policy positions, electoral prospects, organisational experience and their long-term commitment to the party.

Observers also point out that public disagreements between political figures often become more visible as parties prepare for future elections. Statements made during these periods may reflect broader strategic positioning as parties seek to define their identities and distinguish themselves from political competitors.

Australia’s political parties each maintain their own candidate selection procedures, and endorsement decisions are typically made through established internal processes. Public comments by party leaders may indicate their views but do not, by themselves, determine formal endorsement outcomes.

As Victoria’s political landscape continues to evolve, questions surrounding party organisation, candidate selection and electoral strategy are expected to remain topics of public interest alongside broader debates about housing, the economy, infrastructure and public services.