Lindner thrown at foam cake - election campaign in shock!

Lindner thrown at foam cake - election campaign in shock!

Greifswald, Deutschland - FDP boss Christian Lindner was thrown on on January 9, 2025 during an election campaign event in Greifswald with a foam cake. Lindner threw a young woman who was identified as the Left Party in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania in the face. Lindner reacted humorously to the incident and joked: "Next time just ask something from the baker or confectioner." Despite the incident, he wiped his face and continued his speech.

The attacker, Christiane Kiesow, called "Dear Mr. Lindner" during the incident and "Now it is enough". It was quickly overwhelmed by security forces, and the police are now investigating assault and insult. The state association of the left distanced itself from the campaign and condemned the procedure of the local politician. In the political landscape, the incident led to cross -party outrage.

reactions of politicians

politicians of all parties expressed sharp criticism of the attack. Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned the crime as unlisted and dangerous and emphasized solidarity under Democrats. Karl Lauterbach, Federal Minister of Health, warned of a possible spiral of violence in the election campaign and demanded that the attacker punish. Marco Buschmann, designated FDP general secretary, made it clear that such attacks in democracy have lost nothing. Robert Habeck, top candidate of the Greens, and Friedrich Merz, Union Chancellor candidate, also expressed concerns about increasing willingness to violence in the political discussion.

The police found the personal details of the 34-year-old cake thrower, but did not take custody. Nevertheless, an advertisement against her was filed for assault and insult, and the criminal police are investigating further investigations, while state security is involved due to the politically motivated act. In his part, Lindner continued his campaign trip and then spoke in Rostock, unimpressed by the events.

-transmitted by West-Ost-Medien