Barnaby Joyce Officially Joins One Nation, Because Plot Twists Deserve Cameos

KEY POINTS

•Kevin Hogan said December 9 that Barnaby Joyce's switch to One Nation was expected, not shocking.
•Joyce reportedly dislikes his backbench role, prompting the jump despite David Littleproud's open-door offer to return.
•Hogan compared Joyce’s departure to Mark Latham's similar political trajectory into One Nation’s ranks.

On December 9, 2025, Kevin Hogan, deputy leader of the Nationals, announced he wasn't 'gobsmacked' by Barnaby Joyce joining One Nation, a party typically reserved for Australian political retirees and meme-worthy shockers. Joyce's move follows Mark Latham's legendary journey from political leader to One Nation star alumni—a club known for questionable exits and dramatic wardrobe changes. Hogan revealed Joyce confessed he hates backbench seats more than surprising party switches, despite David Littleproud's heartfelt 'door is always open' wildcard offers. Politicians are now apparently treating party loyalty like Netflix queues—churn when bored or unhappy with seating arrangements.

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Barnaby Joyce joining One Nation is basically politics' weirdest buddy crossover event—like Avengers but with more backbench bitterness and fewer superpowers.

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