Monique Ryan’s Husband Caught on Camera Removing Rival’s Campaign Sign
So, here’s what’s making headlines today—Monique Ryan, the independent MP for Kooyong, is facing a bit of an awkward situation. Her husband, Peter Jordan, has been caught on video removing a campaign poster belonging to her political rival, Liberal candidate Amelia Hamer. And, as you can imagine, this has stirred up quite the controversy.
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Now, the footage is all over social media. In the clip, you see Jordan walking away with the Liberal sign in his hands, while someone, presumably a supporter of Hamer, follows him and records the whole thing. When questioned, Jordan says, “I’m taking the sign down … it’s on public land … I’m not saying who I am.” The person recording doesn’t back down and continues pressing him for answers. Jordan insists that the sign was illegally placed and, therefore, fair game to be removed.
The reaction? Well, the backlash was swift. Jordan has since issued a public apology, saying he “unreservedly apologizes” for taking the sign and admits that he made a mistake. He explained that he thought the sign was placed illegally but acknowledged that instead of taking matters into his own hands, he should have reported it to the council. Monique Ryan, for her part, also released a statement, echoing his apology and emphasizing that any concerns about campaign materials should be handled through proper channels.
This incident comes at a time when tensions are already high leading up to the election. Kooyong, traditionally a Liberal stronghold, has become a fiercely contested seat, with Ryan defeating former Treasurer Josh Frydenberg in 2022. Now, as she faces a strong challenge from Hamer, every move—especially one like this—becomes magnified.
The Liberal Party has wasted no time in seizing on the controversy. A spokesperson criticized Ryan and her team, saying the incident reflects the so-called "true character" of the teal independents. They even suggested that measures might need to be taken to ensure the safety of their campaign property and volunteers.
So, what’s the takeaway here? Well, in the heat of an election, even something as simple as a misplaced sign can escalate into a political firestorm. And as this race intensifies, you can bet that every misstep—no matter how small—will be closely watched.
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