German Labor Minister Bärbel Bas Steps Down from Office

The Labor Minister and SPD co-leader announced her immediate resignation citing a family tragedy and political attacks.

Germany's Labor Minister and co-leader of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), Bärbel Bas, has announced her immediate resignation from both posts, German media outlets Tagesschau and Die Welt reported.

According to the reports, Bas cited personal reasons for her decision, foremost among them mourning following the death of her stepdaughter. In addition, the senior politician noted she faced relentless public attacks, including criticism directed at her from within the governing coalition.

Further details regarding successors for her roles have not yet been released.