Green Party's Stefan Gelbhaar Faces Pressure to Withdraw Amid Misconduct Allegations

The Berlin-Pankow Green Party urges Gelbhaar to step down as candidate following accusations of sexual harassment, which he denies.

Several women have accused Green Party Bundestag member Stefan Gelbhaar of sexual harassment, with some providing sworn statements.
Gelbhaar has publicly denied the allegations, calling them fabricated and part of a campaign to discredit him within the party.
The Berlin-Pankow Green Party leadership has requested Gelbhaar to withdraw his candidacy, citing risks to the party's reputation and election efforts.
Despite the pressure, Gelbhaar has confirmed his intention to run for re-election as the direct candidate for the Berlin-Pankow district.
A new vote on his candidacy is scheduled for January 8, following earlier internal tensions and calls for accountability within the party.