Nuria Gorrite to leave Vaud State Council in 2027

Nuria Gorrite, a prominent socialist minister in the Vaud cantonal government, has announced her intention to step down from the State Council at the conclusion of the current legislative term. Gorrite, who has served since July 1, 2012, and presided over the government between 2017 and 2022, confirmed her decision in an announcement to the Journal de Morges.

Her departure puts an end to months of speculation surrounding her political future. The move now ignites a contest for her seat within the cantonal Socialist Party (PS vaudois). Among the figures considered most likely to succeed her are national councilors Samuel Bendahan and Jessica Jaccoud, both seen as rising stars within the party.

While Gorrite remains tight-lipped about her specific post-government plans, she expressed readiness to embrace a new challenge. Speculation is rife about a potential candidacy for federal elections in Bern in 2027, though she has not confirmed any such ambitions. The article notes that further details are reserved for subscribers.

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