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Party Representative Kemmerich expresses satisfaction over FDP's struggles: Could soon join ranks of a new political group?

Thuringia's temporary prime minister, Thomas Kemmerich, condemned the FDP following his party departure. | Our platform

Delighted Kemmerich finds joy in FDP struggles: could MP switch to newly formed party soon?
Delighted Kemmerich finds joy in FDP struggles: could MP switch to newly formed party soon?

Party Representative Kemmerich expresses satisfaction over FDP's struggles: Could soon join ranks of a new political group?

In a surprising turn of events, former Thuringia Minister-President Thomas Kemmerich has announced his departure from the Free Democratic Party (FDP). The political landscape is abuzz with speculations about Kemmerich's future, as he has been linked to Frauke Petry's "Team Freedom," a political movement that aims to bring together "freedom-loving citizens" irrespective of the traditional left-right divide.

The week began with Kemmerich accusing his former party of lacking backbone. On Wednesday, he reiterated his stance, stating that a small group of people with backbone can achieve more than an entire party full of politicians. His departure from the FDP, which caused a nationwide outcry when he was elected as Minister-President, comes as no surprise to Kemmerich, who has received messages from FDP members who have also left the party.

In an Instagram post, Kemmerich potentially revealed a potential next political move. The post, which posed directly next to blonde real estate agent Sarah Zickler (43), another former FDP member, has sparked discussions about his future alignments. Notably, Frauke Petry, the founder of "Team Freedom," shared Kemmerich's exit statement on her X-profile.

Kemmerich's election as Minister-President was met with controversy, but he has maintained his commitment to liberal values. In his exit statement, he accused the FDP of being too cowardly to stand up against the "leftist outrage wave." He reiterated his intention to continue advocating for these values, stating that his election was a "good solution for Germany."

The focus of the article now shifts to Thuringia, where Kemmerich's tenure was marked by higher expenditures and new debt, a dispute over a Burger King parking lot, and major train disruptions. As Kemmerich's future with "Team Freedom" unfolds, these issues will undoubtedly remain a point of contention.

Speculations suggest that Kemmerich will likely be supported by the "Team Freiheit" project of former AfD politician Frauke Petry. The new Petry movement, which aims to bring together individuals who share a common vision of freedom, is expected to provide a platform for Kemmerich to continue his political journey.

As the political landscape evolves, one thing remains clear: Thomas Kemmerich's departure from the FDP and his alliance with Frauke Petry's "Team Freedom" is a significant development that will shape the future of German politics.

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