German lawmaker resigns leadership role following surrogate pregnancy controversy
A senior member of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s centre-right party has stepped down from his leadership position after using a surrogate mother in the United States.
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A prominent figure within Germany's centre-right party has resigned from his leadership post, according to party sources speaking to AFP. The departure follows public controversy surrounding the politician’s decision to utilise a surrogate mother in the United States. Although the practice of surrogacy remains prohibited under German law, the lawmaker pursued the arrangement abroad, prompting significant debate within the party.
The resignation was confirmed on Saturday. No further details regarding the lawmaker's future role or the party's official response to the controversy were immediately available. The Local reported that the decision follows increasing pressure regarding the politician's actions, despite the events taking place outside of German jurisdiction.
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