False Accusations Rock Germany's Green Party

The German Green Party faces turmoil as false harassment allegations against Bundestag member Stefan Gelbhaar unravel. Initially, Gelbhaar was accused by multiple women, leading to significant political fallout. However, investigations revealed a district politician fabricated key accusations, prompting her resignation and exit from the party. The broadcaster RBB retracted its reports, admitting journalistic lapses, and the public prosecutor is now involved.

Despite some accusations being discredited, seven women maintain their claims against Gelbhaar. Consequently, the Green Party established a new commission to reassess the situation, while Gelbhaar withdrew his candidacy amid the controversy. This scandal has led to the departure of veteran Green politician Özcan Mutlu, who criticized the party's internal dynamics and linked the case to broader issues of power struggles and integrity.

Amidst the chaos, the party’s Chancellor candidate, Robert Habeck, called for clarity and expressed shock over the developments. As the party navigates these challenges, it seeks to restore trust and address the structural issues highlighted by this crisis, all while managing the impact on its election campaign.