The co-leaders of the German Greens, Ricarda Lang and Omid Nouripour, announced their resignation on September 25, 2023, citing the party's deep crisis and the need for new leadership. This decision follows a series of electoral defeats, including significant losses in the European elections and regional elections in the former GDR, where the party failed to secure representation in key areas.
The Greens, a major player in Germany's ruling coalition alongside Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democrats and the Liberals, have faced declining popularity, with recent polls showing support dipping below 10%. The party's internal struggles stem from concessions made in government, particularly regarding immigration policies and environmental priorities, leading to discontent among young voters.
A party congress scheduled for mid-November in Wiesbaden is expected to appoint new leadership for the Greens, as they seek to revitalize their image and regain voter trust. The coalition government, which includes the Greens, has been described as fragile, with increasing tensions among the parties over policy directions and electoral strategies.
- The resignation of the Greens' co-leaders has sparked discussions about the future of the coalition government, with opposition leaders suggesting that the government is on the verge of collapse. However, government officials have downplayed these claims, affirming that the coalition remains intact despite the internal challenges faced by the Greens.
- The recent electoral setbacks for the Greens highlight a broader trend of declining support for the ruling coalition, raising questions about their ability to govern effectively in the lead-up to the next legislative elections.
