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Volker Wissing Declines SPD Membership Offer, Remains Independent

The German Transport Minister reaffirms his liberal values while rejecting Lars Klingbeil's invitation to join the SPD, leaving his political future open-ended.

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Overview

  • Volker Wissing, Germany's Transport Minister, has declined SPD leader Lars Klingbeil's offer to join the party, stating he has no plans to enter any political party at this time.
  • Wissing left the FDP in November 2024 to remain in Chancellor Olaf Scholz's government after the collapse of the traffic-light coalition over fiscal disagreements.
  • The minister has criticized FDP leader Christian Lindner for what he sees as a deliberate effort to end the coalition, citing a lack of willingness to resolve internal conflicts.
  • Since his departure from the FDP, Wissing and Lindner have had no direct communication, with Wissing confirming their relationship remains strained.
  • Despite rejecting SPD membership, Wissing has expressed appreciation for Klingbeil's comments and left the door open for future collaboration or political shifts.