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Stephan Weil to Resign as Niedersachsen Ministerpräsident in May 2025

Weil's departure after 12 years signals a major leadership shift for the SPD, with Wirtschaftsminister Olaf Lies expected to succeed him.

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Overview

  • Stephan Weil, Ministerpräsident of Niedersachsen since 2013, has confirmed his resignation effective May 2025, ending a 12-year tenure.
  • The SPD Niedersachsen has announced a formal statement from Weil scheduled for 14:00 today at the Kurt-Schumacher-Haus in Hannover.
  • Wirtschaftsminister Olaf Lies is widely regarded as the frontrunner to succeed Weil, reflecting continuity in SPD leadership within the state.
  • The CDU has criticized the resignation and is calling for new state elections, citing a potential breach of Weil’s earlier commitment to serve until 2027.
  • Weil’s resignation comes during a challenging period for the SPD following its historic defeat in the 2025 Bundestag elections and calls for generational renewal within the party.