Liberal MPs prepare for vote on Moira Deeming's return as settlement details emerge

Liberal MPs are preparing for a vote on Moira Deeming's return after new details of John Pesutto's settlement plan emerged. The previous support for her expulsion has shifted, with some MPs changing sides ahead of the vote. Pesutto faces pressure after a court ruled his claims against Deeming were baseless, resulting in a $300,000 damages order. He declined a previous settlement offer, which has frustrated some party members. Discussions included a proposed panel of prominent Liberals, like John Howard and Tony Abbott, to decide Deeming's political future. However, concerns over the panel's authority led to the proposal's collapse.