Penk Out, Luxon Stands Firm | Auckland News

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has swiftly ousted Chris Penk from Cabinet and all ministerial roles after a leadership challenge, declaring it an internal matter resolved decisively — with Penk now stepping down from Parliament after nine years. Luxon insists he has full caucus support and that Penk acted alone, while rivals like Erica Stanford and Chris Bishop deny involvement, reaffirming their backing for the PM. The National Party is now racing to pick Penk’s replacement, as Labour eyes a more competitive race in his former seat — despite its traditional leanings. Penk’s legacy is acknowledged, and the party will follow standard procedures to fill the vacancy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/491167339d1c873e