Bridges said Ross was "lying, leaking" and "lashing out" - and has welcomed police investigating the rogue MP's claims about donations to National. But Bridges said 55 MPs voted today to expel Ross - dispelling his contention that other MPs were dissatisfied with Bridges' leadership. Ross said Bridges asked him to collect a $100,000 donation which was then split into smaller amounts to hide it. I agree with Simon Bridges, Mr Ross should take this to the police and they should investigate them fully." National MPs savage 'rogue, disloyal' RossEarlier today National MPs arriving at Parliament were critical of Jami-Lee Ross' behaviour - and declared widespread support for Simon Bridges.

Source: Otago Daily Times October 15, 2018 20:58 UTC