# Bärbel Bas Steps Down as SPD Co-Chair

> SPD co-chair Bärbel Bas resigns amid coalition tensions after stepdaughter's death.
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## Bärbel Bas Resigns
Bärbel Bas, a 58-year-old SPD official, resigned as co-chair citing her stepdaughter's death and open attacks within Germany's ruling coalition.

> I am currently unable to muster the strength to fully carry out my government and party duties on short notice, I have decided to step down from both offices
## Coalition Friction
The SPD and CDU have clashed over pension reforms and employment laws, with CDU accusing Bas of delaying key conservative policies.
## Replacement Announced
Alexander Schweitzer, former SPD premier of Rhineland-Palatinate, will replace Bas as SPD co-chair.
## Key takeaway

Bärbel Bas resigned as SPD co-chair following her stepdaughter's death and coalition friction with CDU.