Lower Saxony CDU: Spahn's resignation consistent and necessary

The CDU party in Lower Saxony has welcomed the resignation of Jens Spahn as the leader of the Union parliamentary group in the Bundestag, calling it a consistent and necessary step. The state party issued a statement emphasizing that credibility is a politician's highest asset. They argued that Spahn could no longer embody this credibility following a personal decision, making his resignation the logical and required action. The party expressed great respect for his decision.

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Credibility is the highest asset for a politician.

Despite the resignation, the Lower Saxony CDU acknowledged Spahn's contributions. They praised his "excellent work" as chairman of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, highlighting his significant role in advancing crucial reform projects for Germany. The party conveyed its gratitude for his efforts.

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This credibility Jens Spahn could no longer embody after his private decision. Therefore, his resignation is the consistent and necessary step, for which we have great respect.

Spahn had faced increasing pressure due to his and his husband's use of a surrogate mother in the United States. This personal matter ultimately led to his stepping down from the leadership position.

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As chairman of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, Jens Spahn did excellent work and significantly initiated important reform projects for Germany.