FDP Leadership Resignations Shake Party Over Leaked 'D-Day' Strategy Document

Generalsekretär Bijan Djir-Sarai and Bundesgeschäftsführer Carsten Reymann step down following revelations of a detailed plan for exiting the coalition, raising questions about party leader Christian Lindner's role.

The resignations of FDP Generalsekretär Bijan Djir-Sarai and Bundesgeschäftsführer Carsten Reymann were announced after the public release of the party's internal 'D-Day' strategy document outlining plans for leaving the coalition government.
The leaked document, labeled as a 'work paper,' detailed a timeline for the coalition exit, including a narrative framing the decision as a choice between 'plan economy' and 'social market economy.'
The document's militaristic language, including terms like 'D-Day' and 'open field battle,' has drawn widespread criticism for its tone and implications about the FDP's approach to governance.
Party leader Christian Lindner denied prior knowledge of the document, but his leadership faces increasing scrutiny, with some party members questioning his accountability and control.
The FDP's credibility has been significantly damaged, with calls from within and outside the party for greater transparency and accountability to rebuild trust.