The Victorian Labor Party is facing a leadership crisis as Premier Jacinta Allan prepares for an open contest against Deputy Premier Ben Carroll.Polling suggests Labor is in trouble ahead of a November state election, with voters frustrated over high living costs, rising debt, and infrastructure delays.Carroll claims Allan has lost support within the party's Caucus, while Allan vows to defend her position.

The leadership challenge could destabilize the party just four months before the vote, with experts warning that leadership turmoil often leads to voter backlash.One Nation's growing popularity adds pressure, as they threaten to split the vote.Analysts note Labor's risky position, citing past Liberal Party struggles during similar crises.Key issues like the controversial Big Build projects and the canceled Commonwealth Games further complicate Allan's tenure.

While some suggest a leadership change might help, most experts predict a Coalition-One Nation government will emerge, highlighting the fragility of the two-party system in Victoria.