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2w ago

SPD-Frauen Push for Saskia Esken to Retain Leadership Role or Secure Ministerial Post

As Lars Klingbeil is expected to become Vice-Chancellor, SPD-Frauen publicly advocate for Esken's continued prominence in the party's leadership ahead of key decisions on roles and elections.

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Overview

  • SPD-Frauen have called for Saskia Esken to either continue as co-chair of the SPD or take on a ministerial position in the new cabinet.
  • Lars Klingbeil, Esken's co-chair, is anticipated to assume the role of Vice-Chancellor in the CDU-led coalition government under Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
  • The SPD faces internal criticism, with demands for generational change and a reorganization of leadership as the party prepares for its June leadership election.
  • Maria Noichl, head of SPD-Frauen, highlighted Esken's key contributions, including her role in the SPD's 2021 electoral success and maintaining party unity during challenging times.
  • Concerns have been raised over perceived preferential treatment for Klingbeil, with SPD-Frauen asserting that Esken must remain a central figure in the party's leadership structure.